Driver

Job Summary

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub-office (HoSo) in Kandahar and direct supervision of the Procurement & Logistics Associate; and, in collaboration with relevant units at Headquarters and the Administrative Centres, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for managing the resources management functions in Sub-Office Kandahar.

Job Requirements

Core Functions / Deliverables

·       Drive assigned OUR CLIENT office vehicle(s).

·       Manage the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s) to ensure roadworthiness of the vehicles.  This includes daily checks of tires, brakes, engine oil, fan belt, etc.

·       Arrange for minor repairs and ensure that the vehicles are kept clean.

·       Ensure that the vehicles undertake regular service intervals.

·       Keep records of spare parts for vehicle(s) and conduct monthly inventory of the spare parts.

·       Find the most direct and safe route over the best available roads to the destination.

·       Ensure that the OUR CLIENT vehicle(s) is used only for official/authorized business, as advised by the supervisor.

·       Make sure that the daily log sheet is prepared, and a monthly report is prepared summarizing statistics linked to mileage, fuel consumption, etc. for the vehicle.

·       Keep a high degree of confidentiality and discreteness in discussions, which involve OUR CLIENT and its officials. Take proper actions to reduce potential security threats to OUR CLIENT officials and/or property within the immediate vicinity of the vehicle and along transport routes.

·       Meet official personnel at the airport(s) and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required.

·       Collect and deliver mail, documents, pouches, and other communications/items from and to the Kandahar Sub-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 Kandahar office staff in performing simple clerical duties such as making and answering telephone calls, making photocopies, keeping records, etc.

·       Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

 Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

·       Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution. Or High school degree/certificate with minimum 2 years of relevant working experience.

·       Valid national driver’s license

Experience

·       Knowledge of driving rules and regulations.

·       Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles

·       Skills in minor vehicle repairs.

·       Knowledge of radio, email, telephone and other applications

 Languages

·       For all Applicants, fluency in English and Pashto is required (oral and written).

·       Working knowledge of Dari is required.

·       Fluency in all national language(s) are highly advantages.

Note: Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

COMPETENCIES

Values

·       Inclusion and respect for diversity: respect promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.

·       Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

·       Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

·       Courage: demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

·       Empathy: shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

 Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

·       Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

·       Delivering results: produce and deliver quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

·       Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

·       Accountability: takes ownership to achieve the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

·       Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.