Job Description
A challenging and exciting opportunity has arisen within UNICEF Zimbabwe's Administration Section, for a passionate and committed Driver. Reporting to the Administrative Associate (GS-6), the Driver at the G-2 level, provides reliable and safe driving services, demonstrating the highest standards of professionalism, discretion, integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol whilst ensuring compliance with local driving rules and regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reliable and safe driving services for staff and officials
Drives office vehicles for the transport of UN staff, officials, visitors and delivery
and collection of mail, documents and other items.
Meets official personnel and visitors at the airport and may assist with basic visa and customs formalities and arrangements when required.
Maintenance of assigned vehicle
Ensures vehicle is kept in good running condition at all times through addressing minor repairs, making arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, water levels, and car washing.
Documentation of vehicle related information.
Ensures 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 necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle; keeps track of insurance and other tax formalities.
Qualifications and Experience
Education:
A secondary education is required, along with a valid driver’s license and knowledge of local driving rules and regulations.
Experience:
A minimum of two years of work experience as a driver in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a safe driving record is required.
Skills:
Good knowledge of the city, local roads and conditions where the office is located
Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies
Skills in minor vehicle repairs
Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with visitors
High sense of confidentiality, initiative and good judgment
Ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural background
Language requirements:
Fluency in English and in the local language of the duty station. Working knowledge of another UN language is an asset.
