Driver
Organizational Context
This position is within the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) Regional Hub for East and Southern Africa, located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The Driver will report to the Programme Management Officer and operate under the overall guidance of the Regional Director or their delegate.
Job Purpose
The Driver is responsible for safely transporting UNOHCHR personnel and authorized visitors, adhering to all relevant protocols. This includes making regular deliveries of documents and parcels between offices and institutions, and performing minor purchases and collections from local suppliers and customs. The role also involves meeting officials at the airport, facilitating immigration and customs procedures, and providing general assistance to visitors. A key aspect of the role is ensuring the assigned vehicle is maintained in good working order, including performing minor repairs and keeping it clean, and meticulously logging all trip details, mileage, and fuel consumption.
Responsibilities
The Driver will operate vehicles safely for the transport of UNOHCHR staff and authorized visitors, following established protocols. Responsibilities include making regular deliveries of parcels and documents between offices and external institutions such as ministries and embassies. The role also entails making minor purchases and collecting urgent items from local suppliers and customs, handling payments as needed. Meeting official personnel at the airport and assisting with immigration and customs formalities are also key duties. The Driver is responsible for the daily maintenance of assigned vehicles, including checks on oil, water, brakes, and tires, performing minor repairs, and ensuring the vehicle remains clean. Accurate logging of trips, mileage, fuel consumption, and maintenance records is required. The Driver must ensure compliance with regulations in case of accidents and provide input for vehicle maintenance plans.
Work Experience
A minimum of experience as a driver with a safe driving record is required. Experience driving various types of vehicles, including vans and those with manual/automatic transmissions, is necessary. Experience in protocol-related duties, such as transporting officials and visitors, is also required. Prior experience within the UN Common System or a similar international organization is desirable.
Skills
Professionalism, knowledge of driving rules and regulations, local area awareness, security and safety awareness, communication skills, and accountability are essential. Ability to perform analysis of vehicle data is desirable.