Light Vehicle Driver
Organizational Context
This position is within the United Nations Office in Central Africa (UNOCA) in Gabon. The Light Vehicle Driver, at the GS-3 level, operates under the supervision of the acting Chief Transport (Logistics), responsible for all transportation-related activities.
Job Purpose
The Light Vehicle Driver is responsible for safe and efficient transportation of personnel and goods within and between offices and institutions. This includes making deliveries, collecting mail and documents, performing minor purchases, and assisting with customs procedures. The role also involves meeting officials at the airport, providing VIP transport, and maintaining assigned vehicles. The driver ensures compliance with traffic regulations, manages vehicle logs, and handles accident procedures, contributing to the smooth operation of the UNOCA's transportation services.
Responsibilities
Key duties include driving vehicles safely for authorized personnel and transporting parcels, documents, mail, and other items between offices. The driver will also make minor purchases from local suppliers, collect goods from customs, and handle payments. Responsibilities extend to the daily maintenance of assigned vehicles, including checks on oil, water, battery, and brakes, performing minor repairs, and ensuring vehicle cleanliness. Additionally, the role involves performing VIP and standby driver duties, assisting the workshop with vehicle preparation for field trips, logging fuel consumption and maintenance records, and ensuring adherence to accident procedures.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of experience as a driver with a safe driving record is required. Experience driving armored vehicles is also required. Experience with a variety of vehicle makes and models, including vans and other motorized vehicles, is desirable.
Skills
Professionalism, Teamwork, Client Orientation, knowledge of driving rules and regulations, area and road condition awareness, security and safety awareness, familiarity with routes, and ability to remain calm in stressful situations.