UN World Food Programme Driver - Jobs in South Sudan

UN World Food Programme Driver - Jobs in South Sudan

About WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.


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

Experience: Two 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 motorised vehicles. Experience in defensive driving is desirable.


Knowledge & Skills:
• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, local roads/waterways and conditions, and security issues.
• Knowledge of the vehicle loading capacity and other parameters.
• Knowledge of driving/boat operating rules and regulations whichever applicable.
• Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (e.g. fire extinguishers, buoyant wearable safety devices, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic skills to assist in case of emergency, knowledge of first aid basic methods.
• Knowledge and ability to use radio, email, telephone and other applications.
• Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor vehicle repairs.
• Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact.

Language: Fluency in English and local language(s) of Kapoeta.

Organizational Context
This position is based in Kapoeta Field Office and the incumbent reports to the Admin Focal Point or a designated official, and under the overall supervision of the Head of Field Office. The job may also involve basic administrative assistance in the office or stores.

Job Purpose
To provide efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel and/or commodities.

Key Accountabilities (not all-inclusive)
1. Provide transportation of authorized personnel including translation of basic conversations from/to the local language, and/or delivery of various items/commodities following authorized routing and UN safety and security rules and regulations to ensure safe and efficient services.
2. Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide basic assistance with visa and customs formalities to facilitate smooth and safe entry and arrival to the authorised destinations.
3. Responsible for accurate maintenance of the vehicle log books, and daily reporting to the supervisor on mechanical status, to ensure efficient vehicle use and fuel consumption supporting accurate accounting and cost-efficiency.
4. Responsible that the assigned vehicle is kept clean and in a good condition including all equipment, the maintenance is done on time, vehicle is fully equipped with required travel authorisations and supplies, and any mechanical issues are reported to the supervisor to ensure safe and efficient services.
5. Follow established rules and regulations for field deliveries and/or in cases of an accident, and report immediately to the supervisor on any apparent problems, to seek for instructions and facilitate informative decisions on the way forward.
6. Outside driving duties, perform basic office related tasks such as filing, photocopying and maintaining stores when required including delivery/collection of various items, mailing service and payment of office telephone and other bills to ensure administrative support to clients. 7. Airstrip field support and handling of cargo when required.


4Ps Core Organisational Capabilities

Purpose

Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Builds an understanding of WFP’s Strategic Objectives.

Be a force for positive change: Approaches individual tasks and responsibilities with a positive attitude and demeanor.

Make the mission inspiring to our team: Understands the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities.

Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Connects individual tasks and responsibilities to unit’s goals and mission.


People

Look for ways to strengthen people's skills: Seeks opportunities to build and enhance individual skills.

Create an inclusive culture: Demonstrates respect and understanding for diversity and cultural differences.

Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Identifies and approaches colleagues or supervisors to serve as coaches.

Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Sets clear goals and measurable targets for own tasks and responsibilities.


Performance

Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Assesses own tasks and responsibilities to find ways to be more efficient.

Focus on getting results: Maintains accurate records of completion times and tasks in own areas of responsibility.

Make commitments and make good on commitments: Understands responsibilities and the metrics associated with own tasks.

Be Decisive: Notifies supervisors of dangerous situations or potential issues that may arise while in the field or office.


Partnership

Connect and share across WFP units: Understands WFP’s organizational structure, including the purpose and mission of each unit.

Build strong external partnerships: Supports team in working with colleagues and WFP’s partners in the field toward common goals.

Be politically agile & adaptable: Maintains a professional and courteous relationship with other WFP employees and partners in the field.

Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Understands own team’s contributions in its partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.


Terms and Conditions
The position is for 12 months with possibility of extension.

This vacancy is open for qualified South Sudanese from the Kapoeta area only.


How to apply
For more information and job application details, see; UN World Food Programme Driver Jobs in South Sudan




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