The incumbent works based on general instructions,
own experience, and precedents, following WHO Country Office specific
procedures and practices, rules and regulations, to ensure smooth workflow in
the assigned area of work. The incumbent is encouraged to seek guidance for
unusual issues. Most of the work is controlled for correctness and
appropriateness by the incumbent. Work is reviewed on an ad hoc basis by
supervisors for meeting expectations and overall quality; correspondence is
signed or cleared by originator. Specific assignments are checked by the
originator and/or the Operations Support and Logistics (OSL) Officer.
The Work might require driving for long periods,
lifting pouch bags, some of which are over 25 kilograms (Kgs) and driving
subject to weather and traffic risks. The incumbent is expected to work and
present oneself in a professional manner in line with the WHO code of conduct.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Operations
Officer and the direct supervision of Transport Officer, the incumbent performs
the following functions:-
Drives official vehicles, maintain them in proper
conditions and arrange necessary servicing on regular basis, make other small
repairs on urgent matters.
Logs official trips, daily mileage, gas consumptions,
oil changes, greasing, etc.;
Ensures that the steps required by the rules and
regulations are taken in case of involvement in accident
Clears supplies and equipment from airport and post
office, customs office.
Distributes mail, pouches, documents, invitation
cards and facilitate transportation for visitors and/or staff members for
official purposes.
Operates the HF and VHF communication radios as per
the International Radio Communication Procedure
Perform other related duties as required or
instructed, including providing support to other areas of work as assigned by
the supervisor.
Qualifications, experience, skills, and languages
Essential:
Completion of secondary school education.
Basic training on vehicle maintenance
Basic training on operation of HF radio communication
equipment
3rd grade driving license
Desirable: Basic
computer skills
Experience
Essential: Two years of extensive experience in driving/handling
field vehicles, maintenance etc.
Desirable: Experience within UN system would be an advantage.
Languages
Essential: Good knowledge of English and local languages.
Other Skills (e.g. IT)
Basic word processing or other software packages, and
standard office equipment. Formal or self-training in the use of standard
office software.
Driving for long periods, lifting heavy parcels from
the post office and customs warehouse. -Subject to weather and traffic risks.
Functional Skills/Knowledge
Knowledge of driving rules and regulation of the
country and skills in minor vehicle repair
Ability to read, write and understand instructions in
the working language
An ability of writing a concise and accurate report
of the accidents
WHO Competencies
Communicating in an effective and credible manner
Producing results
Fostering integration and teamwork
Moving forward in a changing environment
How To Apply
