Driver

Job Posting Organization:
The UNOPS Africa Regional Office, established to oversee the delivery of over 250 projects across 40 countries, focuses on fragile and conflict-affected settings. With more than 1,000 personnel across five multi-country offices in Africa, it aims to advance national priorities through strategic initiatives in various sectors including Climate Action, Health, Infrastructure, and Peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security. The office promotes excellence in project delivery and contributes to sustainable infrastructure and better quality of life for communities across the continent.

Job Overview:
The Driver position is crucial for ensuring the safe and reliable transportation of authorized personnel. The role requires professionalism, courtesy, and discretion, as the incumbent will interact with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. The Driver will be responsible for maintaining vehicles, providing administrative support, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This position is entry-level and offers an opportunity to contribute to the UNOPS mission in Sierra Leone, supporting various national initiatives and enhancing project delivery in the region.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Driver will perform a variety of duties including:

• Driving Services: Provide safe, reliable, and timely transportation for authorized personnel and cargo. Collect and deliver mail and documents as required. Meet and assist personnel at the airport, facilitating immigration and customs formalities. Maintain accurate vehicle logs and assist in maintenance planning.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Conduct routine checks on vehicles, ensuring they are in good working condition. Carry out minor repairs and coordinate major repairs as necessary. Keep vehicles clean and ensure all required documents are available and secure.
• Accident Response: Take immediate action in accordance with organizational rules in the event of an accident.
• Administrative Support: Assist with procurement processes, maintain inventory records, and support facility management by arranging minor repairs and liaising with service providers. Respond promptly to maintenance requests from authorized personnel.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have a secondary school education or equivalent, with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with no prior experience. A valid driver’s license and completion of driver’s training are mandatory. Knowledge of driving rules and regulations is essential, and experience in multicultural environments or UN system organizations is desired.

Educational Background:
A secondary school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a valid driver’s license. A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline is acceptable if the candidate has no relevant experience. Driver’s training is mandatory for this position.

Experience:
Relevant experience in safe driving, defensive driving, and minor vehicle repair is required. Candidates should have knowledge of driving rules and regulations. Experience working in multicultural environments or within the UN system in developing countries is preferred, as is experience in development or humanitarian contexts.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required, while proficiency in French is desirable. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively in both languages to interact with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This is an entry-level position with a contract duration of 1 year. The position is classified as an ICA - LICA - Support - Retainer contract. UNOPS emphasizes diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups. The organization conducts background checks on all final candidates and does not accept unsolicited resumes. Applications must be submitted before midnight Copenhagen time on the closing date.