Driver

Introduction

• The International Labour Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations. It is the only tripartite UN agency – bringing together government, employer and worker representatives to elaborate labour standards and policies and promote decent work in different parts of the world.
• The ILO will continue to enhance employment and livelihood opportunities for Palestinian women and men by activating a supportive institutional, regulatory and promotional environment for autonomous and economically self-reliant cooperatives.
• The official will be responsible providing driving services and as per the duties outlined in the description below. The official will be based in the ILO OPT in Ramallah under ROAS – Beirut, and will work closely with the ILO team who is based in Ramallah.
• Under the general supervision of the Programme Analyst of the ILO office in Jerusalem and under the direct technical supervision of the Project Manager, the driver will perform the following tasks:

Description of Duties

1. Provide reliable and secure driving services for ILO Officials and other authorized personnel and visitors.

2. Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance of assigned vehicle/s through timely minor repairs and arrange for timely major repairs and checking of oil, tyres, brakes and water levels, car washing, etc. so that the vehicle is kept clean and in good running condition at all times. Provide inputs to the preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.

3. Ensure availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle registration, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit and other MOSS-compliant equipment, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle; keeps track of insurance and other tax formalities.

4. Collect mail and pouch and deliver mail and official documents to government ministries, national and international partners, UN and donor Agencies, and officials as instructed.

5. Meet officials and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide basic assistance with basic visa and customs formalities.

6. Ensure cost-savings through proper use of vehicle and maintaining daily vehicle logs, preparation of vehicle maintenance plans and documentation.

7. Outside driving duties, perform basic office-related tasks such as photocopying, filing, data entry, maintaining stores, and delivery/collection of various items.

8. Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Required qualifications

Education

Completion of secondary school education. Holder of Jerusalem/Israeli ID and valid and clean driving licence.

Experience

A minimum of two years of relevant work experience with a safe driving record.

Languages

Excellent Arabic language and good knowledge of English language.

Competencies

• Excellent knowledge of local driving rules and regulations. Knowledge of local roads and conditions. Skills in minor vehicle repair. Good knowledge of chauffeur protocol and courtesies.
• Good knowledge of security issues.
• Knowledge of rules and procedures on vehicle management including maintenance of official vehicles and knowledge of mechanics and maintenance and repair of vehicles.
• Some knowledge of administrative rules and regulations some basic computer skills to record information in IT systems.

In addition to the ILO core competencies [Integrity and transparency, Sensitivity to diversity, Orientation to learning and knowledge sharing, Client orientation, Communication, Orientation to change, Takes responsibility for performance, Quality orientation, Collaboration], this position requires:

• Ability to present a professional image at all times.
• Ability to deal calmly with unexpected circumstances or delays.
• Discretion and respect for confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.

optional section (if needed)

Candidates assessed by the Panel and considered to be eligible for appointment but who are not selected for this vacant post may be offered an assignment to another position at the same or lower grade provided that they meet the minimum qualifications required.