Driver

Context

​​Under the overall guidance of the Supply Chain Officer and the direct supervision of the Supply Chain Assistant, the successful candidate will provide reliable and safe driving services to IOM, its officials, and visitors. While ensuring highest standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues. 

• ​​Drive assigned IOM office vehicle(s). 
  • ​Manage the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s) to ensure roadworthiness of the vehicles.  This includes daily checking of tires, brakes, engine oil, fan belt, etc. 
    • ​Arrange for minor repairs and ensure that the vehicles are kept clean. 
      • ​Ensure that the vehicles undertake regular service intervals. 
        • ​Keep records of spare parts for vehicle(s) and conduct monthly inventory of the spare parts.  
          • ​Find the most direct and safe route over the best available roads to the destination. 
            • ​Ensure that the IOM vehicle(s) is used only for official/authorized business, as advised by the supervisor. 
              • ​Make sure that the daily log sheet is prepared, and a monthly report is prepared summarizing statistics linked to mileage, fuel consumption, etc. for the vehicle. 
                • ​Keep a high degree of confidentiality and discreteness in discussions, which involves IOM and its officials. Take proper actions to reduce potential security threats to IOM officials and/or property within the immediate vicinity of the vehicle and along transport routes. 
                  • ​Meet official personnel at the airport(s) and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required. 
                    • ​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 field office staff in performing simple clerical duties such as making and answering telephone calls, making photocopies, keeping records, etc. 
                        • ​Perform such other duties as may be assigned.  Education
                          • ​​High school degree/certificate with minimum 2 years of relevant working experience or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution. 
                          • Valid national driver’s licence. 

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                            Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.   Experience
                            • ​​Knowledge of driving rules and regulations. 
                              • ​Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles 
                                • ​Skills in minor vehicle repairs.  
                                  • ​Knowledge of radio, email, telephone and other applications.​  Skills
                                    • ​​Strong Knowledge of Traffic Laws 
                                      • ​Maintenance Knowledge 
                                        • ​Interpersonal Skills​  Languages
                                          • For this position, fluency in ​English and Arabic​ is required (oral and written) IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.   Required Competencies   IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.   Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
                                          • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
                                        • Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
                                      • Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
                                    • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
                                  • Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 1)
                                  • Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
                                • Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
                              • Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
                            • Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
                          • Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way. Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 1) (applicable only if position is with direct reports)
                          • Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
                        • Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
                      • Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
                    • Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
                  • Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings. Notes
                  • Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
                • This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
              • This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
            • Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
          • IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
        • IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
      • IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application. For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies