Drivers (9 Positions - Various Districts)
Job Position : Driver (9 positions)
Contract Type : National Project Personnel (NPP)
Job Grade : SB1
Duration : 12 months (with possibility of renewal)
Duty Station : Various districts to be filled within 2017
Main Purpose
The driver is responsible for driving the Country office Staff of FAO Representation in Malawi. He/she ensures the safety, technical soundness and comfort of the vehicle(s) assigned.
The driver is responsible for driving the Country office Staff of FAO Representation in Malawi. He/she ensures the safety, technical soundness and comfort of the vehicle(s) assigned.
Supervision Received/Exercised
The incumbent works under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative and the direct supervision of the Assistant FAO Representative (Administration).
Working Relationships
In his/her function as Driver/messenger for FAO Representation in Malawi, the incumbent is in regular contact with staff from all levels of the country office, with national and international visitors, with (high ranking) officials from the Government and other UN agencies, with project managers, consultants and other personnel from within and outside the Organization. He/she interacts on a day-to-day with personnel and officials from local offices and service providers.
Duties and Responsibilities
Drive the country office staff and their official visitors on official trips, and drive for the FAO Representative and his/her visitors on occasions as necessary;
Meet staff and official visitors at the airport; facilitate hotel check in and other local formalities;
Log official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, transportation/vehicle related expenditures, vehicle servicing, repairs, etc.;
Ensure day to day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s); check oil, water, battery, tyres, etc.; perform minor repairs and timely arrange for any other repairs necessary to keep the vehicle safe and technically sound at all times; maintain the vehicle(s) in clean conditions;
Handle local and organizational formalities when involved in an accident, ensure that in this case all organizational and local/country rules , regulations and procedures are followed correctly;
collect and deliver mail, documents and other communications/items from and to the country office; go to the post office, airport, government agencies, other UN agencies, institutions, project sites, etc., to take and deliver items and communications; keep records as required;
When needed, assist the country office staff in performing simple clerical duties such as making and answering telephone calls, making photocopies, keeping records, etc.;
Perform other related duties as required.
key performance indicators
Expected Outputs: Required Completion period
Ensure the assigned vehicle(s) are always clean/neat/tidy.
Ensure the safety of staff at all times.
Technical soundness and comfort of the vehicle at all times.
The incumbent to be always neat and presentable.
Oil, water, battery and tyres are checked prior to driving.
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Meet staff and official visitors at the airport; facilitate hotel check in and other local formalities;
Log official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, transportation/vehicle related expenditures, vehicle servicing, repairs, etc.;
Ensure day to day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s); check oil, water, battery, tyres, etc.; perform minor repairs and timely arrange for any other repairs necessary to keep the vehicle safe and technically sound at all times; maintain the vehicle(s) in clean conditions;
Handle local and organizational formalities when involved in an accident, ensure that in this case all organizational and local/country rules , regulations and procedures are followed correctly;
collect and deliver mail, documents and other communications/items from and to the country office; go to the post office, airport, government agencies, other UN agencies, institutions, project sites, etc., to take and deliver items and communications; keep records as required;
When needed, assist the country office staff in performing simple clerical duties such as making and answering telephone calls, making photocopies, keeping records, etc.;
Perform other related duties as required.
key performance indicators
Expected Outputs: Required Completion period
Ensure the assigned vehicle(s) are always clean/neat/tidy.
Ensure the safety of staff at all times.
Technical soundness and comfort of the vehicle at all times.
The incumbent to be always neat and presentable.
Oil, water, battery and tyres are checked prior to driving.
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS – candidates will be assessed against the following:
Education: Secondary School Education and possession of valid driver’s license.
Education: Secondary School Education and possession of valid driver’s license.
Experience: Three years of work experience as a driver. Flawless, safe driving record.
Languages: Working knowledge (Level C) of the FAO official language used for communication within the country (English, French or Spanish).
Competencies
Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical Skills
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical Skills
Good knowledge of local driving rules and regulations; skills in minor vehicle repair
A high degree of punctuality and reliability is required.
Safe driving manner. Good sense of direction and knowledge of local conditions
Ability to cope with extended working hours.
Closing date for applications is 18 January 2017. Applications received after the closing date will be disregarded.
A high degree of punctuality and reliability is required.
Safe driving manner. Good sense of direction and knowledge of local conditions
Ability to cope with extended working hours.
Closing date for applications is 18 January 2017. Applications received after the closing date will be disregarded.
FAO is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women are encouraged to apply. Expressions of interest and CVs clearly marked “Driver” should be submitted to
The FAO Recruitment Office
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
P O Box 30750
Lilongwe
Or by email to: Mw-vacancies@fao.org
