Driver

The Driver will provide transport services, drive all types of vehicles and perform various office errands in an efficient manner. The incumbent is expected to perform the following duties and responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Provide reliable and secure driving services and ensure the proper use of vehicles;

• Drive UNOPS vehicles for all transportation requirements of personnel and visitors, as well as meeting official personnel at the airport as required;

• Ensure proper use of vehicles through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs;

• Ensure daily maintenance checks of the assigned vehicle by checking oil and water levels, battery, breaks and tyres, among others, and perform engine troubleshooting when necessary;

• Ensure that the assigned vehicle is clean at all times;

• Keep records and availability of required documents inside the assigned vehicle including registration documents, insurance, vehicle logs, city destination maps, first aid kits, personal protection equipment and spare parts;

• Immediately report incidents in case of traffic accidents in accordance with policies and procedures;

• Deliver and collect letters, mail, documents and other items between offices as required;

• Log daily trips and fuel consumptions;

• Responsible for the safety of on-board passengers by adhering to security and transport procedures;

• Ensure that proper radio communication procedures are conducted for each journey and coordinate with security radio room as required;

• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor;

Monitoring and Progress Controls

• Maintenance of vehicle documents and requirements as well as cleanliness and roadworthiness

• Regular passenger feedback

Final Product

• Efficient provision of reliable and secure transport services

Qualifications, Experience 

a. Education/Experience/Language

• Secondary Diploma desirable

• 2 years of driving experience

• Possession of a valid drivers license essential

• Driving certificates including armored vehicles/B6 an advantage

• Excellent knowledge of Afghanistan roads and traffic rules essential

• Previous relevant experience with UN/UNOPS, local or international organizations an asset

• Fluent in the local language of the duty station

• Intermediate English skills (speaking, reading and writing) a must