Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations established to lead international efforts to defeat hunger. Founded in 1945, FAO's mission is to achieve security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With 195 Members, including 194 countries and the European Union, FAO operates in over 130 countries worldwide. The organization provides policy advice and support to countries in the areas of its mandate, facilitated through partnerships and resources, to deliver technical assistance, develop capacities, and ensure accountability in operations. FAO Country Offices advocate for and support policies and investments in food and agriculture, provide technical assistance, and mobilize resources to transform agrifood systems, ensuring effective operations aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework.
Job Overview:
The Senior Driver position is crucial for the effective functioning of the FAO Representation in Eritrea, located in Asmara. The primary responsibility of the Senior Driver is to provide transportation services for Country Office staff, including high-ranking officials and visitors. This role involves not only driving but also ensuring the safety and comfort of the vehicle, maintaining it in good condition, and assisting with various transportation-related tasks. The Senior Driver is often the first point of contact for visitors and must represent the organization professionally. The position requires a proactive approach to meet the transportation needs of the FAO Representative and other staff, ensuring that all local transportation requirements are fulfilled efficiently and safely. The Senior Driver will also be responsible for logging official trips, managing vehicle maintenance, and assisting with clerical duties as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Driver's duties include driving the Head of Office and visitors, meeting official personnel at the airport, facilitating immigration and customs formalities, and ensuring the safety and technical soundness of the vehicle. The incumbent will log official trips, daily mileage, and vehicle-related expenditures, assist in monitoring maintenance records, and ensure day-to-day vehicle upkeep. In case of accidents, the driver must handle local and organizational formalities and ensure compliance with regulations. Additional responsibilities include collecting and delivering mail and documents, performing simple clerical tasks, training junior drivers, and supporting corporate initiatives related to environmental responsibility. The role requires a commitment to punctuality, reliability, and adherence to local driving rules and regulations.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a secondary school education and a valid driver's license. A minimum of four years of work experience as a driver with a flawless and safe driving record is required. The position also necessitates a working knowledge of English at proficiency level C. Candidates must be nationals of Eritrea or possess a valid visa or work permit to be eligible for this position. General Service Staff are recruited locally, and residency within commuting distance of the duty station is mandatory.
Educational Background:
The educational requirement for this position is a secondary school education. Candidates must also hold a valid driver's license, which is essential for performing the driving duties associated with the role.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of four years of relevant work experience as a driver. Candidates should have a flawless driving record and demonstrate safe driving practices. Experience in handling transportation for high-ranking officials or in a similar organizational context is advantageous.
Languages:
A working knowledge of English at proficiency level C is mandatory for this position. Additionally, intermediate proficiency (level B) in another official FAO language such as Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish is desirable but not required.
Additional Notes:
The position is classified under the General Service category, and candidates must be nationals of Eritrea or possess a valid work permit. The role is full-time, and candidates must reside within commuting distance of the duty station. The organization emphasizes the importance of punctuality, reliability, and adherence to local driving regulations. Candidates should also provide evidence of completion or exemption from National Service.
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations established to lead international efforts to defeat hunger. Founded in 1945, FAO's mission is to achieve security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With 195 Members, including 194 countries and the European Union, FAO operates in over 130 countries worldwide. The organization provides policy advice and support to countries in the areas of its mandate, facilitated through partnerships and resources, to deliver technical assistance, develop capacities, and ensure accountability in operations. FAO Country Offices advocate for and support policies and investments in food and agriculture, provide technical assistance, and mobilize resources to transform agrifood systems, ensuring effective operations aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework.
Job Overview:
The Senior Driver position is crucial for the effective functioning of the FAO Representation in Eritrea, located in Asmara. The primary responsibility of the Senior Driver is to provide transportation services for Country Office staff, including high-ranking officials and visitors. This role involves not only driving but also ensuring the safety and comfort of the vehicle, maintaining it in good condition, and assisting with various transportation-related tasks. The Senior Driver is often the first point of contact for visitors and must represent the organization professionally. The position requires a proactive approach to meet the transportation needs of the FAO Representative and other staff, ensuring that all local transportation requirements are fulfilled efficiently and safely. The Senior Driver will also be responsible for logging official trips, managing vehicle maintenance, and assisting with clerical duties as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Driver's duties include driving the Head of Office and visitors, meeting official personnel at the airport, facilitating immigration and customs formalities, and ensuring the safety and technical soundness of the vehicle. The incumbent will log official trips, daily mileage, and vehicle-related expenditures, assist in monitoring maintenance records, and ensure day-to-day vehicle upkeep. In case of accidents, the driver must handle local and organizational formalities and ensure compliance with regulations. Additional responsibilities include collecting and delivering mail and documents, performing simple clerical tasks, training junior drivers, and supporting corporate initiatives related to environmental responsibility. The role requires a commitment to punctuality, reliability, and adherence to local driving rules and regulations.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a secondary school education and a valid driver's license. A minimum of four years of work experience as a driver with a flawless and safe driving record is required. The position also necessitates a working knowledge of English at proficiency level C. Candidates must be nationals of Eritrea or possess a valid visa or work permit to be eligible for this position. General Service Staff are recruited locally, and residency within commuting distance of the duty station is mandatory.
Educational Background:
The educational requirement for this position is a secondary school education. Candidates must also hold a valid driver's license, which is essential for performing the driving duties associated with the role.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of four years of relevant work experience as a driver. Candidates should have a flawless driving record and demonstrate safe driving practices. Experience in handling transportation for high-ranking officials or in a similar organizational context is advantageous.
Languages:
A working knowledge of English at proficiency level C is mandatory for this position. Additionally, intermediate proficiency (level B) in another official FAO language such as Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish is desirable but not required.
Additional Notes:
The position is classified under the General Service category, and candidates must be nationals of Eritrea or possess a valid work permit. The role is full-time, and candidates must reside within commuting distance of the duty station. The organization emphasizes the importance of punctuality, reliability, and adherence to local driving regulations. Candidates should also provide evidence of completion or exemption from National Service.
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