United Nations Office for Project Services Recruitment 2021

Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates for United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Recruitment 2021.

United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) helps the UN and its partners provide peace and security, humanitarian and development solutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Driver

Functional Responsibilities:

The position is to support the field travel requirements for the Rice Value Chain Improvement Project which aims at contributing to increasing rice productivity and value among farmers in the Central Region of Ghana, and is being implemented by one of UNOPS’ development partners in partnership with the Government of Ghana

• Provision of reliable and secure driving services
• Proper use of vehicle
• Day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle
• Availability of documents/ supplies
• Immediate action in case of accident
• Provides reliable and secure driving services by driving vehicles safely for the transport of authorized personnel and minor project related goods
• Ensures proper use of the 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, tires, etc.; performing minor repairs and arranging for major repairs; and ensuring that the vehicle is kept clean.
• Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, and map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts.
• Ensures that immediate steps as required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident.

Education:

• Education
• Completion of secondary school or equivalent is required
• A driver’s training with a valid driver’s license is required.
• Diploma or certification in administration-related subjects or business administration would be an asset.
• Work Experience
• Two (2) years’ work experience as a driver with a safe driving record. Knowledge of driving rules, regulations, and skills in minor vehicle repairs is required.
• Experience in computer/office productivity software will be an asset.
• Language Requirements
• Fluency in written and oral English is required
• Functional competencies:

Knowledge

Management and Learning

• Shares knowledge and experience
• Provides helpful feedback and advice to others in the office

Development and Operational Effectiveness

• Excellent knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair
• Good knowledge of the area and the current condition of roads and highways, security and safety awareness; ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given.
• High sense of responsibility; operates in compliance with road and safety regulations and rules. Excellent knowledge of protocol
• Excellent knowledge of security issues

How to Apply

Interested applicants should click HERE to apply.