Chauffeur Clinique Mobile 4x4- NEMA

Organizational Context

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is the UN's sexual and reproductive health agency, dedicated to delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. This role operates within the UNFPA's country operations in Mauritania, supporting its mission through essential transportation services.

Job Purpose

The Chauffeur Clinique Mobile 4x4 plays a critical role in ensuring the effective and safe delivery of UNFPA's services, particularly in challenging terrains within Mauritania. This position is vital for the mobile clinic's operational success, enabling access to remote areas and vulnerable populations. By providing reliable transportation, the chauffeur directly contributes to UNFPA's mandate of promoting sexual and reproductive health, empowering women and girls, and ensuring every young person's potential is fulfilled. The role ensures that essential supplies, personnel, and services reach their intended destinations, overcoming logistical and environmental obstacles.

Responsibilities

The Chauffeur Clinique Mobile 4x4 is responsible for the safe and timely operation of the 4x4 mobile clinic vehicle. This includes daily vehicle checks, maintenance, and ensuring the vehicle is equipped for diverse road and security conditions in Mauritania. The incumbent will drive the vehicle to various field locations, adhering strictly to traffic laws and defensive driving techniques. They must possess a thorough understanding of the country's security situation and road conditions to navigate safely. The role requires the ability to perform frequent field travel and maintain good visual acuity. Basic mechanical knowledge for minor repairs is advantageous. The chauffeur ensures the vehicle is clean and presentable, and may assist with the loading and unloading of equipment and supplies as needed, contributing to the smooth operation of mobile clinic activities.

Work Experience

A minimum of three years of professional experience in driving all-terrain vehicles is required. Experience working with UN agencies or international organizations is desirable. Familiarity with the country's security situation and road conditions is also preferred.

Skills

Proficiency in safe driving practices, including defensive driving. Ability to navigate challenging terrains and understand local road and security conditions. Good visual acuity. Basic mechanical aptitude is a plus. Excellent French language skills are required; working knowledge of Arabic and English, and national languages are assets. Core competencies include integrity, commitment, diversity, adaptability, delivering results, accountability, and teamwork.

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