Driver

About UNODC Afghanistan

Job Summary

As a Driver to know all the rules and regulation of the United Nations in the field of Driver and observ the rules of United Nations as well as Gov traffic rules and regulatios

Duties & Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the Security Officer and/or his designated official, the driver in particularly carries out the following duties:

• Drive Armored Vehicles and other vehicles on all terrain.
• Transporting of authorized personnel to and from their assigned offices or working positions.
• Use radio communication, and carry out tasks as instructed by the Unit.
• Use alternative roads, in case of road blocks and emergency situations.
• React professionally in crisis and emergency situations.
• Must be able to go on mission trips and overnight stays.
• Meet official personnel at the airport and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required.
• Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc., perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs and ensure. that the vehicle is kept clean and in road worthy condition.
• Report all mechanical faults and check for maintenance records.
• Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc.
• Ensure that rules and regulations are followed accurately in case of involvement in accident.
• Must be capable to work extra hours if necessary.
• Must be capable to work extra days if the mission and Unit require.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.


COMPETENCIES:

Client Orientation: Pursues a high standard of client service in own work. Actively seeks information from clients to understand their requests, needs and expectations.
Initiative: Takes action beyond routine requirements. Identifies solutions to problems in area of work and communicates them to supervisor.
Planning and Organizing: Proven ability to establish priorities and to plan, organize, coordinate and monitor daily work in conjunction with others and in accordance with established work plan
Teamwork: Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Job Requirements

Education:
High School graduate.
Driver’s license, knowledge of driving rules, regulations, must have all prior original documents.

Work Experience:
At least two years work experience as a driver preferably with UN; safe driving record.

Languages:
Good communication skills both in English and local languages.

Skills:
Skills for minor vehicle repair.
Capable to work extra hours if necessary.

Submission Guideline

The application comprises of:
• 1 cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the post
• 1 CV (with 3 work referees) and P11.

Interested Afghan nationals may submit their application for the post along with CV and/or UN Personal History form (P11) in electronic format (with clear subject and indicating the VA number) to coafg.vacancies@unodc.org or by hard copy in a sealed envelope marked confidential to the UNODC country office for Afghanistan at the following addresses:


UNODC Kabul:
House No. 257, Street No. 149, District 4, Zone 1, Kolola Pushta Kabul, Afghanistan

UNODC Herat:
Airport Road, Pashtoon Bridge, UN Multi-agency Compound Herat, Afghanistan


Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply

Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered and only short-listed candidates will be called for an interview.

Functional Area

Transportation

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