Driver at the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) - 15 Openings

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Driver, G2

Ref ID: 106469
Locations: Maiduguri (5), Damaturu (4), Bama (1), Ngala (1), Mongono (1), Dikwa (1), Gwoza (1), Lagos (1)

Organizational Context

• This job are found in Regional Bureaux (RBs), Country Offices (COs), Area Offices (AOs) and Field Offices (FOs).
• Job holders report to the Administration Officer, Logistics Officer or the designate, and drive light vehicles, trucks, vans, motorcycles or any other type of land transport.
• They may also be assigned to operate speed boats or other types of watercrafts. 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 (not all-inclusive)
Under the direct supervision of the Administrative Officer and the overall supervision of the Head of Admin, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

• Drive the vehicle with due care at times, maintaining the highest level of consideration towards passengers other road users and pedestrians, and by obeying all national codes, driving regulations speed limits.
• Take care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles and engine checks; i.e., check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires etc. Arrange for repairs and servicing in a timely manner.
• Prospective candidate support with Logistics movement i.e. field mission, timely pickups/drop offs and appropriately communicate any changes or issues such as vehicle breakdowns.
• Prospective candidate maintains a file for each vehicle and keeps proper records.
• Prospective candidate logs official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes, greasing etc.
• Prospective candidate required to drive the vehicle safely, practise defensive driving and refrain from reckless and careless driving.
• Unattended vehicles for any period must be locked and parked in a safe and secure location with the handbrake applied and first gear engaged for manual vehicles and ensure vehicle is parked in its allotted WFP parking space. 
• Prospective candidate must be able to speak and understand the local language of the area of the duty stations.
• Prospective candidate must be familiar to the area of the duty stations.

4Ps Core Organisational Capabilities
Purpose:

• Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Builds an understanding of WFP’s Strategic Objectives.
• Be a force for positive change: Approaches individual tasks and responsibilities with a positive attitude and demeanor.
• Make the mission inspiring to our team: Understands the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities.
• Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Connects individual tasks and responsibilities to unit’s goals and mission.

People:

• Look for ways to strengthen people's skills: Seeks opportunities to build and enhance individual skills.
• Create an inclusive culture: Demonstrates respect and understanding for diversity and cultural differences.
• Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Identifies and approaches colleagues or supervisors to serve as coaches.
• Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Sets clear goals and measurable targets for own tasks and responsibilities.

Performance:

• Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Assesses own tasks and responsibilities to find ways to be more efficient.
• Focus on getting results: Maintains accurate records of completion times and tasks in own areas of responsibility.
• Make commitments and make good on commitments: Understands responsibilities and the metrics associated with own tasks.
• Be Decisive: Notifies supervisors of dangerous situations or potential issues that may arise while in the field or office.

Partnership:

• Connect and share across WFP units: Understands WFP’s organizational structure, including the purpose and mission of each unit.
• Build strong external partnerships: Supports team in working with colleagues and WFP’s partners in the field toward common goals.
• Be politically agile & adaptable: Maintains a professional and courteous relationship with other WFP employees and partners in the field.
• Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Understands own team’s contributions in its partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

Standard Minimum Qualifications

• 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 motorised vehicles. Experience in defensive driving is desirable.

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 applicable.
• Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (e.g. fire extinguishers, buoyant wearable safety devices, etc.).
• 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.

Language:

• Fluency (level C) in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.

Other Specific Job Requirements:

• This section is optional to describe additional responsibilities & knowledge required for the specific job

Terms and Conditions

• Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Only Nigerian nationals or holders of valid residence and work permits are eligible to apply for this position
• Applications are to be submitted and recieved online and in English language only.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Canvassing is strictly prohibited. Canvassing of any sort will lead to automatic disqualification of the concerned applicant.

Remuneration
WFP offers an attractive compensation package.

Application Closing Date
13th August, 2019.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Important Additional Information

• WFP will apply a rigorous and transparent selection process including thorough assessment of technical skills to ensure the best candidates are selected for the job. Please ensure that your application contains accurate and complete information on academic qualifications, employment record and language skills. Only successful candidates will be invited for an interview.
• Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply
• WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.
• No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.