United Nations Support Office
for Somalia (UNSOS)
Functional Title: Driver
(2) Positions
Level: GL-2
Section: Transport
Location: Nairobi
Vacancy Announcement Number: UNSOM/TPT/066/2016
Special Notice: This position is funded for an initial period of one year,
extension of appointment will be subject to budgetary approval. Appointment
against this post is on a local basis.
The candidate is responsible
for any travel expenses incurred in order to take-up the appointment.
All applicants are strongly
encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been
posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening.
Interested applicants who are
working with UN Contractors must fulfil the obligations of their contracts with
the UN Contractors in order to be eligible to apply for this vacancy.
Organizational Setting and
Reporting Relationships:
This position is located in
Nairobi, Kenya. The incumbent will be under the overall supervision of the
Transport Officer and the direct supervision of the Transport Assistant.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Within the delegated
authority the driver will be responsible for the following duties:
- Duties include
driving, making local deliveries and general maintenance of the light
vehicle the incumbent drives.
- Drives light
vehicles safely for the transport of authorized personnel and for the
transport of general cargo goods.
- Collect and
delivers parcel, documents on behalf of UNSOS.
- Takes care of
the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, check oil, water,
battery, brakes, tires, etc.;
- 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.
Competencies
Professionalism – Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates
professional competence and mastery of subject matter, 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; takes responsibility for incorporating gender
perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas
of work.
Teamwork - Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational
goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is
willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda;
supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such
decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team
accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Accountability - Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments;
delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost
and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations
and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility
for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own
shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
Qualifications
Education: High school Certificate. Valid driver’s license. Mechanical or
vocational certificate in vehicle management is a desirable.
Experience: A minimum of one years of experience in provision of driver
services. Experience as a driver with a safe driving record. Experience in
driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, light passenger vehicles.
United Nations system or the private sector experience is desirable.
Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United
Nations Secretariat. For this
position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of other UN language is an advantage.
position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of other UN language is an advantage.
Assessment Method: Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment
exercise which may be followed by competency based interview.
Additional Information: Candidates who are not selected, but whose performance in the
interview process nevertheless demonstrated them to be suitable for a similar
function may be kept on a roster for up to 12 months. Candidates placed on the
roster may be considered for selection against future vacancies for the same
function and level.
United Nations Core Values:
Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Female candidates are
particularly encouraged to apply
Deadline for Applications: 26 October 2016
Date of Issuance: 20 October 2016
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates may submit their applications including their United Nations Personal History form (P.11) to the address mentioned below on or before the deadline.
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates may submit their applications including their United Nations Personal History form (P.11) to the address mentioned below on or before the deadline.
The P.11 is on the https://unsos.unmissions.org/jobs.
Applications submitted after the deadline 26 October 2016 will not be accepted.
CVs will not be accepted.
Email: recruitment-unsoa@un.org
Please quote, Vacancy Announcement Number and Functional Title in the subject of the e-mail
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs.
The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment
process (application, interview meeting, processing, or training).