Job categories Administration
Vacancy code VA/2023/B5018/25573
Department/office NYPO, PSC, South Sudan Project Unit
Duty station Juba, South Sudan
Contract type Local ICA Support
Contract level LICA-2
Duration Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds, and satisfactory performance.
Application period 02-Mar-2023 to 19-Mar-2023
Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Fleet Associate and the overall direction of the Fleet Manager , the driver provides reliable and safe driving services for the transport of authorized personnel. He/ She has a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. 

Functional Responsibilities

Provides reliable and secure driving services by: 

  • Driving vehicles safely for the transport of authorized personnel, materials and equipment.

  • Collecting and delivering mail, documents and other items.

  • Meeting official personnel at the airport and facilitating immigration and customs formalities as required.

Ensures proper use of vehicle through: 

  • Accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs.

  • Provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.

Ensures the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle by: 

  • Checking oil, water, battery, brakes, tyres, etc.

  • Performing minor repairs and arranging for major repairs.

  • Ensuring that the vehicle is kept clean at all times.

Compliance with Health, Safety, Social and Environment (HSSE) measures to prevent incidents/accidents by:

  • Ensuring that assigned vehicle is Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) compliant.

  • Wearing protective equipment such as safety boots, gloves, overall, when performing any manual work to avoid injuries.

  • Observing required measures when using vehicle tools such as jack, winch, and other tools.

  • Keeping the working environment clean from waste disposal.

  • Performing manual handling carefully by observing required measures to avoid injuries.

  • Ensuring that immediate steps as required by UNOPS rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident.

Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including: 

  • Vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, waiver form, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, necessary spare parts.

  • Maintenance of accurate fuel logs.

Performs other related assignments as assigned by the supervisors

* CANDIDATES WITH NO UN OR UNOPS EXPERIENCE ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!
* QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:
  • Secondary School (A high School diploma or equivalent) with two (2) years of relevant experience is required.
Work Experience:
  • Relevant experience is defined as experience working as a driver in a private or public organization.
  • Knowledge of driving rules and regulations is required.
  • Experience in basic vehicle maintenance is desired. 
  • A valid South Sudanese driver's license for operating manual transmission vehicles (with categories B and D1 as a minimum) is required. (Please attach a copy of your Driver's License to your Application).
Language:
  • Fluency in English (writing, speaking, reading) is required. 

* CANDIDATES WITH NO UN OR UNOPS EXPERIENCE ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!

* QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!
At Impactpool we do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead.
Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.