Senior Driver/FT- G3

Overview

To provide efficient and safe transportation to senior WFP staff, high ranking UN officials or visitors, and/or provide support in coordinating transport related services.

Tasks Summary

• Provide transportation to senior WFP staff, high ranking UN officials and visitors including translation of basic conversations from/to the local language, and the delivery and collection of various items.
• Plan and assign the routes and schedules for other Drivers.
• Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide basic assistance with visa and customs formalities.
• Responsible for accurate maintenance of the vehicle log books, and daily reporting to the supervisor on mechanical status.
• Efficiently plan and coordinate WFP vehicle maintenance.
• Follow established rules and regulations for field deliveries and/or in cases of an accident, and report immediately to the supervisor.
• Outside driving duties, perform basic office related tasks such as filing, photocopying, and maintaining stores when required.

Experience Requirements

Three or more years of work experience as a Driver preferably in an international organization, embassy, or UN system with a demonstrated safe driving record. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans, trucks, and other kinds of motorized vehicles. Experience in defensive driving is desirable.

Qualification Requirements

Completion of secondary school education. Formal drivers training with a valid driver’s license/certification to operate assigned vehicle following local rules and regulations.

Other Details

Languages Required: Fluency (level C) in the in English language and Arabic.

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