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Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) · UN Secretariat

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Result of Service
-Safe and timely transportation services provided throughout the contract period. -Official vehicles maintained in good operational condition. -Vehicle logbooks, mileage and fuel consumption records completed accurately. -Timely reporting of maintenance needs and coordination of servicing. -Efficient logistical support provided to OHCHR activities, meetings and field missions. -Compliance with all applicable United Nations safety and security procedures.
Work Location
Tunis, Tunisia
Expected duration
1 October 2026 to 1 October 2027
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Representative in Tunisia or her designated supervisor, the Driver shall: - Provide safe and reliable transportation for OHCHR Representative, staff members, consultants and experts on mission. -Drive official vehicles for missions within Tunis and throughout Tunisia. -Meet official visitors at airports and facilitate transportation arrangements. -Ensure strict compliance with United Nations road safety and security procedures. -Maintain the assigned vehicles in clean and good operating condition. -Carry out routine vehicle inspections, including checking oil, coolant, brake fluid, tyres, battery and general mechanical condition. -Arrange for routine servicing and report any mechanical defects promptly. -Maintain accurate vehicle logbooks, fuel consumption records and maintenance records. -Deliver and collect official mail, documents and small equipment. -Provide logistical support for meetings, workshops, conferences and field missions. -Ensure that vehicle registration, insurance and inspection documents remain valid. -Maintain confidentiality regarding all official information acquired during the course of duty. -Perform any other related duties assigned by the Representative or designated supervisor.
Qualifications/special skills
Education -High School Diploma or equivalent. -Valid driver's licence. Experience -A minimum of two (2) years of professional driving experience. -Experience working with the United Nations, an international organization, diplomatic mission or NGO is desirable. -Excellent knowledge of the road network throughout Tunisia. -Experience in defensive driving and transporting senior officials is an asset. Technical Skills -Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook and Word). -Ability to use GPS and navigation applications. -Good knowledge of vehicle maintenance procedures.
Languages
Fluency in Arabic and French, both oral and written, is required. Working knowledge of English is desirable.
Additional Information
-Comply with all United Nations regulations, rules and security procedures. - Maintain a valid driving licence throughout the duration of the contract. -Working hours may require flexibility depending on operational needs, including occasional travel outside Tunis. -Observe the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality while performing the assignment.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
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