Light Vehicle Driver

Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Transport Section within the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS), and is based in Mombasa. The incumbent will report to the Chief Mombasa Base. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the light vehicle driver will be responsible, but not limited to, the following duties: • Drives light vehicles safely for the transport of authorised personnel and for the transport of general cargo goods. • Collects and delivers parcels, documents, etc., between offices and institutions. • Takes care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc. • Performs minor repairs and arranges for other repairs and ensures that vehicle is kept clean. • Logs official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc. • Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident. • Meets official personnel at the airport. • Performs other duties as assigned. CompetenciesPROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of driving rules and regulations. Good knowledge of the area and the current condition of roads and highways, security and safety awareness. Good judgement in the context of assignments given. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments. Observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. CLIENT ORENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. EducationNot available. Job - Specific QualificationA valid National driver's license category B, C, D and G is required. Work ExperienceA minimum of one (1) year experience in provision of driver services is required. Experience as a driver with a safe driving record is required. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, light passenger vehicles is required. Experience of operating heavy equipment for complex projects is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. There are no additional desirable languages specified. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).