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Driver

Luanda

  • Organization: UNDP - United Nations Development Programme
  • Location: Luanda
  • Grade: Consultancy - SB-1 (SC1/SC2), Service Contract, Local Contractors Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Administrative support
    • Logistics
    • Transport and Distribution
  • Closing Date: 2025-03-06

Background
 
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the UNCTADs Project manager, the Driver assists in the effective and efficient implementation of the project providing driving and administrative support management, applies and promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with the rules and regulations, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact, and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds 
 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UN:  we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UN including our values and inspiring stories.

 
UN 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.

 
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Ensures provision of reliable and safe driving services by a) driving project vehicle for the transport of authorized personnel and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items, and b) meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport including visa and customs formalities arrangement when required.
  • Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.
  • Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc.
  • Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle.
  • Ensures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.
  • Ensures utilities related correspondence are prepared and associated papers and documents are filed. Follows-up utilities bills for timely payments
  • Ensures incoming mails are sorted and distributed both outside and inside the organization and dispatch outgoing mails
  • Ensures that all logistical and administrative tasks with other agencies are handled with care, including formalities related to customs clearance and obtaining the required documentation (registration and insurance) for the motor vehicles 
Competencies

Corporate Competencies:
  • Demonstrates commitment to UNCTADs mission, vision, and values.
  • Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

  • Shares knowledge and experience
  • Provides helpful feedback and advice to others in the office
  • Be flexible as member of the team to assist Admin-supporting staff as required

Development and Operational Effectiveness

  • Demonstrates excellent knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair
  • Demonstrates excellent knowledge of protocol
  • Demonstrates excellent knowledge of security issues

Leadership and Self-Management

  • Focuses on result for the client
  • Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
  • Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
  • Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of views

Required Skills and Experience

Education:
  • Secondary Education. Valid Driver’s license.
Experience:
  • Min 3 years’ work experience as a professional driver and administrative responsibilities (preferably with international organizations);
  • Safe driving record;
  • Knowledge of driving rules and regulations;
  • Skills in minor vehicle repair
  • Knowledge of protocol and customs issues
     
Disclaimer

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

 
Non-discrimination

 
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.  

 
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status. 

 
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