Career Opportunities: Driver SC2 Multiple Locations (Buea/Bamenda/Bertoua) (172917)
JOB TITLE: Driver
TYPE OF CONTRACT: Service Contract
GRADE: SC2 DUTY
STATION: Multiple Locations, Cameroon
DURATION: 12 Months
NUMBER OF POSITION: 5
WFP
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ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
This job is found in Buea Field Office (FO). Job holder reports to the Administration Officer, Logistics Officer or the designate, and drive light vehicles, trucks, vans, motorcycles or any other type of land transport. The job may involve basic administrative assistance in the office or stores.
JOB PURPOSE: To provide efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel and/or commodities.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direct supervision of the Business Support Assistant and the overall guidance of the Head of Field Office, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
Provide transportation of authorized personnel including translation of basic conversations from/to the local language, and/or delivery of various items/commodities following authorized routing and UN safety and security rules and regulations to ensure safe and efficient services.
Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide basic assistance with visa and customs formalities to facilitate smooth and safe entry and arrival to the authorized destinations.
Responsible for accurate maintenance of the vehicle log books, and daily reporting to the supervisor on mechanical status, to ensure efficient vehicle use and fuel consumption supporting accurate accounting and cost-efficiency.
Responsible that the assigned vehicle is kept clean and in a good condition including all equipment, the maintenance is done on time, vehicle is fully equipped with required travel authorizations and supplies, and any mechanical issues are reported to the supervisor to ensure safe and efficient services .
Follow established rules and regulations for field deliveries and/or in cases of an accident, and report immediately to the supervisor on any apparent problems, to seek for instructions and facilitate informative decisions on the way forward.
Outside driving duties, perform basic office related tasks such as filing, photocopying and maintaining stores when required including delivery/collection of various items, mailing service and payment of office telephone and other bills to ensure administrative support to clients.
Perform any other related duty as may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Education:
Completion of secondary school education. Formal drivers training with a valid driver’s license/certification to operate assigned vehicle following local rules and regulations.
Experience:
Two or more years of work experience as a Driver, preferably in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a demonstrated safe driving record. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans, trucks and other kinds of motorized vehicles. Experience in defensive driving is desirable
Technical Knowledge & Skills:
Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies,
local roads/waterways and conditions, and security issues.
Knowledge of the vehicle loading capacity and other parameters.
Knowledge of driving/boat operating rules and regulations whichever apply.
Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (eg fire extinguishers, buoyant wearable safety devices, etc.).
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Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Basic skills to assist in case of emergency, knowledge of first aid basic methods.
Knowledge and ability to use radio, email, telephone and other applications.
Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor vehicle repairs.
Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact
Languages:
Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 30th September 2022
Ref.: VA 172917
Kindly note the only documents you need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc may potentially be requested at a future time.
For candidates who experience problems accessing WFP E-recruitment platform and need accommodations in applying, please contact wfprecruitment@wfp.org mentioning the VA number in the subject line.
All applications must be submitted ONLINE at: https://www.wfp.org/careers/
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