United Nations World Food Programme Driver (4 Positions) Under Gulu Field Office Jobs in Uganda
United Nations World Food Programme Driver (4 Positions) Under Gulu Field Office Jobs in Uganda
WFP is looking for talented people who are committed to joining our efforts to eradicate hunger. It offers unlimited opportunities to grow your professionalism, talent and expertise. Start your journey to be a member of the world-wide effort to eradicate hunger. WFP has a policy of affirmative action for women.
United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) 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.
Brief description of WFP in Uganda
WFP delivers food assistance in emergencies and work with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. WFP provides life-saving food assistance and livelihood opportunities to refugees in Uganda. In addition, WFP assists the most vulnerable people in Uganda with food and nutrition assistance. Finally, WFP works with smallholder farmers and links them to markets.
Are You Up to the Challenge?
We are seeking a qualified individual for the position of Driver to be based under Gulu Field Office supporting in either Gulu/ Kiryandongo or Adjumani.
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.
Organizational Context
These jobs are found in Regional Bureaux (RBs), Country Offices (COs), Area Offices (AOs) and Field Offices (FOs). Job holders report to the Administration Officer, Logistics Officer or the designate, and drive light vehicles, trucks, vans, motorcycles or any other type of land transport. They may also be assigned to operate speed boats or other types of watercrafts. The job may involve basic administrative assistance in the office or stores.
Job Purpose
The driver will be responsible for provision of efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel and/or commodities.
Under supervision of the Administrative Assistant, the incumbent will drive WFP official vehicles in a safe and professional manner to transport personnel and assets from one location to another. Ensure the WFP official vehicle is in sound mechanical condition and comply with established minimum-security standards as well as road safety standards.
Key Accountabilities (not all-inclusive)
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 andregulations to ensure safe and efficient services.
Responsible for accurate maintenance of the vehicle log books, and daily reporting to the supervisor on mechanicalstatus, to ensure efficient vehicle use and fuel consumption supporting accurate accounting and cost-efficiency.
Follow established rules and regulations for field deliveries and/or in cases of an accident, and report immediately tothe supervisor on any apparent problems, to seek for instructions and facilitate informative decisions on the wayforward.
Outside driving duties, perform basic office related tasks such as filing, photocopying and maintaining stores whenrequired including delivery/collection of various items, mailing service and other assigned duties to ensureadministrative support to clients.
Drive always in a safe and responsible manner with due respect and attention for other vehicles and property.
Perform regular checks and maintenance on oil, water, battery, brakes, tyres, etc; complete the vehicle checklist daily;ensure the vehicle is always mechanically fit.
Ensure the vehicle under your responsibility is always kept clean and kept in good condition. Monitor and submitreports about the performance of vehicles.
Ensure vehicle logbook is properly updated by accounting for all vehicle trips in an orderly manner when logging, recordconsumption of fuel, fluids and lubricants.
Ensure that the vehicle is always fueled on time and make sure that the fuel consumption figures
are maintained within the established parameters as set by WFP.
Held responsible and accountable for vehicle and any tools or equipment designated to the Driver.
Maintain vehicle inventory of safety and recovery tools and accessories.
Keep the vehicle and vehicle keys in WFP official premises overnight.
Perform other duties as and when required
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 (level C) in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.
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.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; United Nations World Food Programme Driver (4 Positions) Under Gulu Field Office Jobs in Uganda
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