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UN Habitat - Driver/Messenger

Kuwait

  • Organization: UNDP - United Nations Development Programme
  • Location: Kuwait
  • Grade: Consultancy - SB-1 (SC1/SC2), Service Contract, Local Contractors Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Operations and Administrations
    • Administrative support
    • Logistics
    • Transport and Distribution
    • Human Settlements (Shelter, Housing, Land, Property)
    • TRANSPORTATION
  • Closing Date: Closed

Background

Under the direct supervision of Admin Assistant and overall guidance and supervision of Head of Kuwait Country Office, the Diver/Messenger assists in the effective and efficient management of the Programme providing driving and messenger support in line with the UN rules and regulations with high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Senior/driver messenger will be required to carry out the following tasks:

  • Provide chauffeur services at the representational level including knowledge of travel, customs and protocol issues.
  • Driving office vehicles for the transport of UN-Habitat Regional Office & other high-ranking officials and visitors.
  • Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required;
  • Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs such as; daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes, greasing etc.
  • Reports any mechanical or other faults immediately and takes necessary action for repairs as instructed.
  • Takes care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tries, etc.; performs minor repairs and arrange for other repairs and ensures that the vehicle is kept clean.
  • Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident.
  • Supervise and follow up on the official vehicles timely insurance.
  • Deliver and collect pouches, mail, documents and other items as requested.
  • Makes minor purchases and collect urgent purchases from local suppliers as requested.  Collect goods from the customs with due regard to customs regulations and formalities.  May make or collect payment for goods.
  • Performs other office/project related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Results Expected:

  • Carries out driving assignments are carried out safely and on time. Uses discretion, initiative and judgment in planning and scheduling routes.
  • Assists in distribution of documents and correspondence and maintains accurate records.  Takes appropriate action upon receipt of any suspicious packages or if any discrepancies are detected.

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 school education.

Experience:       

  • Minimum Two years of experience (Three years is preferable) as a driver and a safe driving record
  • Valid and accident free driving license
  • Knowledge of basic vehicle mechanics desirable.
  • Previous work with international organizations is preferable.

Language requirements:             

  • Fluency in written and spoken Arabic & basic knowledge of English.

Disclaimer

Important applicant information

All posts in the SC categories are subject to local recruitment.

Applicant information about UNDP rosters

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.

Workforce diversity

UNDP is committed to achieving diversity within its workforce, and encourages all qualified applicants, irrespective of gender, nationality, disabilities, sexual orientation, culture, religious and ethnic backgrounds to apply. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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