Senior Driver/Clerk

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women was established in July 2010 by the United Nations General Assembly as the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The organization was created as part of the UN reform agenda, which aimed to consolidate resources and mandates to enhance impact in the area of gender equality and women's empowerment. UN Women merges and builds upon the work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system that focused on gender issues, namely DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW, and UNIFEM. The mission of UN Women is to eliminate discrimination against women and girls, empower women, and achieve equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. The organization operates globally, with a presence in multiple countries, and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect, ensuring that all employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, integrity, and organizational need.

Job Overview:
The Senior Driver/Clerk position at UN Women is crucial for providing reliable and safe driving services to UN Women staff and high-ranking UN officials and visitors. The role requires a strong sense of responsibility, discretion, and integrity, as well as excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues. The Senior Driver/Clerk will not only be responsible for driving but will also provide basic administrative, logistical, and protocol support to the office. This includes ensuring that all driving services adhere to the highest standards of safety and security, maintaining the vehicle in good working condition, and assisting with various administrative tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the office. The position demands a client-oriented approach, courtesy, confidentiality, and the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse national and cultural backgrounds.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide reliable and secure driving services, including transporting authorized personnel, delivering and collecting mail and documents, and meeting official personnel at the airport. Ensure compliance with safety regulations, including the use of seatbelts and adherence to security protocols for transporting VIPs.
• Maintain proper use of the vehicle by keeping daily logs of mileage, gas consumption, and servicing, and contributing to vehicle maintenance plans.
• Ensure day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, including cleanliness, minor repairs, and timely inspections of vehicle components.
• Maintain all required documents and supplies in the vehicle, including insurance, vehicle logs, and first aid kits.
• Provide basic administrative, logistical, and protocol support, including liaising with government authorities for documentation, maintaining accurate filing systems, and supporting logistical tasks to ensure continuity of office functions.
• Perform other duties as necessary for the efficient functioning of the office and organization.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires completion of secondary education and a valid driver's license. Candidates must demonstrate excellent driving skills, knowledge of driving rules and regulations, and good defensive driving skills. Skills in minor vehicle repairs and the ability to be punctual are also essential. Additionally, candidates should have experience in administrative support and a client-oriented approach.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have completed secondary education, which is a prerequisite for this position. A valid driver's license is also required to ensure that the candidate is legally permitted to operate a vehicle in the relevant jurisdiction.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience as a driver in an international organization, embassy, or UN system, with a proven safe driving record. Familiarity with using computers and office software packages, such as MS Word and Excel, is also required to assist with administrative tasks effectively.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is required for this position. Knowledge of another official UN language, such as French, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish, is considered desirable and may enhance a candidate's application.

Additional Notes:
The position is full-time and involves working in Khartoum, Sudan. UN Women is committed to diversity and inclusion, and all employment decisions are made based on qualifications and organizational needs. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy regarding conduct that is incompatible with its aims and objectives, including discrimination and harassment. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history. Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form are completed to avoid disqualification from the recruitment process.