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Driver

Kingston

  • Organization: UNESCO - United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
  • Location: Kingston
  • Grade: Administrative support - GS-2, General Service - No need for Higher Education - Locally recruited position
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Administrative support
    • Logistics
    • Transport and Distribution
  • Closing Date: Closed

OVERVIEW

RPPost Number : 3JMFSCO704RP

Grade : G-2

Parent Sector : BFM

Duty Station: KINGSTON

Classification of duty station: Cluster Office for the Caribbean

Standard Duration of Assignment: 2 years

Job Family: Finance and Administration

Type of contract : Fixed Term

Duration of contract : 2 years

Recruitment open to :  Internal and External Candidates 

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) :  23-JAN-2023

 

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

 

Applicants must be entitled to work in the country  

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

Under the authority of the Regional Director & UNESCO Representative and the direct supervision of the Administrative Officer (AO)/ Administrative Assistant (AA), as applicable, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services ensuring high accuracy of work to the Regional Director of Office, office staff and high-ranking UN officials and visitors.

Main responsibilities include but are not limited to the following functions: 

GENERAL
  • Deliver and collects mail and documents and other items as required.
  • Assure the care and safety precautions at driving sometime in dense, difficult and hazard traffic driving conditions. 
  • Determine the itineraries of the trip and the expected duration of the journey (choices of route, observance of security instructions and procedures). 
  • Guarantee the respect of local driving rules and regulations. 
  • Secure the availability of required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle registration, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle; keeps track of insurance and other tax formalities.
  • Ensure provision of reliable and safe driving services for Regional Director/, office staff and UNESCO/UN officials, including senior and high-ranking officials and visitors.
  • Meet senior staff, officials and visitors at the airport.
  • Assist with basic visa and customs formalities and translation of basic information from the local language into the working/local language for Regional Director/and/or official personnel using the vehicle (When required).
  • Refer to the AO/AA problems such as abuse/ misuse of vehicles and vehicle equipment, as well as the report of accidents.
  • Operate with independence and autonomy from the day-to-day supervision of driving tasks assuring the successful and timely achievement of the assignments.
  • Manage the agenda of the Regional Director when on a road trip/mission and coordinates transportation with the secretarial assistant of the Regional Director and the AO/AA.
  • Ensure cost-savings through proper upkeep of vehicles and accurate day-to-day maintenance and/or coordination of daily vehicle logs.
  • Prepare vehicle maintenance logs and reports.
COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial) Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Professionalism (C) - For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

 

ACADEMIC

  • Completed secondary school education


WORK EXPERIENCE

  • At least 2 years experience as a driver
  • A valid driver’s license
  • A clean driving record


LANGUAGES

  • Well spoken English including reading and writing.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

 

ACADEMIC

  • Defensive driving certificate and/or training


WORK EXPERIENCE

  • Experience working in the UN System, or at similar international or bilateral organizations is an asset


LANGUAGES

  • Knowledge of another official language of UNESCO (Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish)
BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS

UNESCO’s salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan etc.

For more information in benefits and entitlements, please consult ICSC website.

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.

The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. 

UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.

Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.

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UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution, as well as gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore, UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States (last update here) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts.

UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

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