Driver

Result of Service

Given the volume of incoming assets and the simultaneous activation of the workshop site, hiring IC Drivers is the most practical and flexible solution to maintain operational efficiency and ensure timely processing of all fleet assets.

Work Location

In person

Expected duration

6 Months

Duties and Responsibilities

• Drives vehicles safely for the transport of authorized personnel and general cargo goods. • Delivers parcels and documents between offices and institutions. • Makes minor purchases and collects urgent purchases from local suppliers as requested. • Collects goods from customs, observing customs regulations and formalities, and may make or collect payment for goods. • Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities as required. • Deals effectively and tactfully with officials and visitors. • Maintains assigned vehicles; checks oil, water, battery, brakes and tyres; performs minor repairs; arranges other repairs; and keeps vehicles clean and insured. • Performs VIP and standby driver duties. • Assists the workshop in preparing trucks for field trips. • Reports vehicle damage or loss of tools and logs fuel consumption and maintenance. • Takes required steps in case of an accident. • Applies good judgment and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/special skills

High school certificate or equivalent is required A minimum of 2 years of driving experience. Experience driving various light passenger vehicles, sedans, heavy and light 4x4 SUVs, ambulances, pick-up trucks, cargo vans and passenger vans is required. Experience driving armored vehicles and a clean driving record are required. Experience in the United Nations system or a comparable international organization is desirable.

Languages

Fluency in both Creole and French level II is required. Knowledge of English is desirable.

Additional Information

Valid National Driver License is required. First-aid certificate is desirable. Defensive driving is desirable.

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.