United Nations - UN - FAO Driver Jobs in Kenya
United Nations - UN - FAO Driver Jobs in Kenya
Main Purpose The Driver is responsible for driving the Country Office Staff of FAO Representations. He / she ensures the safety, technical soundness and comfort of the vehicle(s) assigned.
Supervision Received/Exercised
The incumbent works under the general supervision of the FAO Representative and the direct supervision of the functional supervisor.
Working Relationships
In his/her function as Driver for FAO Representation, the incumbent is in regular contact with staff from all levels of the country office, with national and international visitors, with (high ranking) officials from the Government and other (UN) Agencies, with project managers, consultants and other personnel from within and outside the Organization.
He / she is often the first point of contact for people from outside the country office.
He / she interacts on a day-to-day basis with personnel and officials from local offices and service providers.
Key Functions/Results
Drive the country office staff and their official visitors on official trips, and drive for the FAO Representative and his/ her visitors on occasions as necessary;
Meet staff and official visitors at the airport; facilitate immigration, customs formalities, hotel check-in, and other local formalities.
Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, transportation / vehicle related expenditures, vehicle servicing, repairs, etc.
Ensure day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s); checks oil, water, battery, tires, etc.; perform minor repairs and timely arrange for any other repairs necessary to keep the vehicle safe and technically sound at all times; maintain the vehicle(s) in clean conditions.
Handle local and organizational formalities when involved in an accident; ensure that in this case all organizational and local / country rules, regulations and procedures are followed correctly.
Collect and deliver mail, documents, pouches, and other
communications / items from and to the country office; go to the post office, airport, government agencies, other UN agencies, institutions, project sites, etc., to take and deliver items and communications; keep records as required.
When needed, assist the country office staff in performing simple clerical duties such as making and answering telephone calls, making photocopies, keeping records, etc.
Perform other related duties as required.
Impact of Work
The incumbent's work impacts on the timely and efficient delivery of the immediate work unit's programme.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Secondary school education. Possession of valid driver's license
Experience: Two years of work experience as a driver. Flawless, safe driving record
Languages: Working knowledge of English and limited knowledge of another FAO language
Competencies
Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical Skills
Good knowledge of the local driving rules and regulations; skills in minor vehicle repair.
A high degree of punctuality and reliability is required.
Safe driving manner. Good sense of direction and knowledge of local conditions.
Ability to cope with extended working hours
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified applicants may include an assessment exercise and a technical / competency-based interview.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; United Nations - UN - FAO Driver Jobs in Kenya
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