Oct 22, 2018
Position number: 10028721 / 10028722 /10028723Grade:G2Contract Type: Fixed Term Appointment (with possible renewal)Duration of Contract: 1 yearDuty Stations: CalabarSupervisor: Finance/Admin AssociateProposed Starting: As Soon As PossibleDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe Driver position in the Office normally falls under direct supervision of the Administrative Officer/Assistant. The incumbent is responsible for up keep and maintenance of the assigned UNHCR vehicle(s) as per technical guidance and specifications established by the organisation. He/she is required to follow strict instructions and security guidance provided by the supervisor. While basic function of a Driver is to drive the official vehicles of UNHCR, he/she may be called upon to perform minor maintenance and repair of UNHCR vehicles.The incumbent will have the following responsibilities:
Drive UNHCR vehicles for the transport of authorized passengers and delivery and collection of mail, documents, UNHCR pouch and other items.
Meet official personnel at the airport and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required.
Perform day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles; check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc. and ensure that the assigned UNHCR vehicles are road worthy and maintained up to the established security standards.
Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs and ensure that the vehicle is kept clean.
Ensure that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accident.
Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc.
Perform other related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of Primary Education or equivalent technical or commercial school.
Minimum 2 years of previous job experience relevant to the function.
Driving licence, knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair.
Good knowledge of English and local language.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIESMechanical skills.
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Please be informed that this is a two-step application method for quality assurance reasons.1. Apply Online:Interested candidates should apply by clicking HERE to create a profile beforeapplying through the following link:Driver – G2 – Calabar (best viewed on Google Chrome)2. Email Your Application:a. Kindly prepare an application/letter of motivation, resume as well as fullycompleted and signed UNHCR Personal History Form (P11)b. Submit the application, resume and Personal history form (P11) via email toniglahr@unhcr.org quoting in the subject line the vacancy number and title of the position.The UNHCR personal History form can be downloaded fromwww.unhcr.org/recruit/p11new.doc. Kindly make sure you use the UNHCR personal Historyform.Kindly note that a written test may be conducted for this position which will be followed by a competency based interview.THERE IS NO NEED TO SEND OTHER CERTIFICATES WITH THE APPLICATION AT THIS STAGE.Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.Kindly note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.Applications from female candidates are strongly encouraged.
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