UNDP Driver/Clerk - Maiduguri Jobs in Nigeria

UNDP Driver/Clerk - Maiduguri Jobs in Nigeria

Background

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People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

This position is with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Country Office Abuja Nigeria (CONIG), and maybe required for other UNODC Offices in other States within Nigeria.
The incumbent will be responsible for providing reliable and safe driving services to the Project.

S/he will also be responsible for providing clerical support to various project staff as required, including day-to-day office project work as well as during events such as workshops, meetings, conferences, seminars, and training activities. The driver will be under the overall supervision of the National Programme Officer, Northeast Coordination.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide reliable and secure driving services to the Core Project Unit and CONIG personnel, as required.

Ensure cost-savings through, amongst others, proper use and accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs.

Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through minor repairs, timely change of oil, check of tyres, brakes, car washing etc.

Report any mechanical fault in good time for repairs to be carried out and cross check to see that the repairs were well done.

At all time, make sure that copies of vehicle insurance including office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit and necessary spare parts are available.

Ensure that all immediate measures required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents

Learn and comply with all security requirements, when driving and using the vehicle

Support the project team

by providing administrative and clerical support as requested, including in preparing, copying, collating, binding, filing and distributing documents, mail and notifications, as instructed

Provide logistical and administrative support during events and meetings, as required

Provide any other clerical support to the office as may be required

Support hospitality and orientation support of personnel and other individual, especially of new staff and visitors and guests of the Project Support Unit and the Country Office, as required

Ensure security and safety at all times especially while driving and respond to radio checks/calls at all times.

Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Secondary Education with relevant trade test, and valid driving license

Experience:

A minimum of 3 years' work experience as driver.

Sound knowledge of UN and the Federal Republic of Nigeria driving requirements.

Demonstrable skills in carrying out minor vehicle repairs are necessary.

Prior experience working as a driver/clerk is a requirement, preferably with an international, national or NGO office is required.

Work experience with the UN or other international institutions with stringent accountability rules would be an asset.

Languages:

Fluency in English, with excellent drafting skills, is essential.

Knowledge of Hausa and/or Kanuri would be an advantage.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; UNDP Driver/Clerk - Maiduguri Jobs in Nigeria

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