Senior Driver
Organizational Context
UNOPS East and Southern Africa, based in Nairobi, supports sustainable development across 14 countries, including Zambia. The Zambia office is implementing the World Bank-funded ASCENT project, focused on rural electrification through solar energy for public institutions. The Senior Driver role supports this project and the broader UNOPS mission in the region, reporting to the Senior Project Manager or Head of Office.
Job Purpose
The Senior Driver is crucial for ensuring the safe, reliable, and timely transportation of UNOPS personnel, consultants, and experts undertaking official missions within Zambia. This role extends beyond driving to include essential support functions such as performing messenger services for critical documents and assisting with various clerical tasks. By maintaining vehicle readiness and adhering to all driving regulations, the Senior Driver directly contributes to the operational efficiency and smooth execution of UNOPS projects, particularly the ASCENT initiative focused on rural energy access. The incumbent's diligence in vehicle maintenance and adherence to safety protocols ensures the well-being of passengers and the integrity of UNOPS assets.
Responsibilities
Provide safe, reliable, and timely transportation for authorized personnel and cargo, including facilitating airport transfers and assisting with customs and immigration. Conduct routine vehicle checks, perform minor repairs, and arrange for major servicing to ensure vehicles are always clean, roadworthy, and fully equipped. Maintain accurate daily logs for cost-effective vehicle use and contribute to maintenance planning. Deliver and collect mail, documents, and packages promptly to various UN agencies, government offices, and other institutions. Manage documents requiring protocol clearance and assist with visa and customs formalities. Support office administration through tasks like document binding, maintaining registers, and handling routine clerical duties. Assist with logistical arrangements for meetings, workshops, and field missions, including collecting quotations, making bill payments, and collecting procured supplies. Facilitate the delivery of procured items, conduct pre-delivery inspections, and manage shipment processes, including customs clearance and coordination.
Work Experience
Required experience includes safe driving, defensive driving techniques, and performing minor vehicle repairs. A strong understanding of driving rules and regulations is essential. Experience working in multicultural environments or with UN system organizations in a developing country, as well as in development or humanitarian contexts, is desirable.
Skills
Professional Driving, Defensive Driving, Clerical Skills, Transport and Logistics, Vehicle Maintenance, Communication, Document Management.