Driver

Surkhet

Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
Location: Surkhet
Grade: Administrative support - LICA-2, Local Individual Contractors Agreement
Occupational Groups:
- Administrative support
- Logistics
- Administration
- Transport and Distribution
Closing Date: Closed

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.

Background Information - Job-specific

DFID has contracted UNOPS to carry out “Project Coordination “Project in close cooperation with DFID leadership. DFID through UNOPS will work closely with the new provincial and local Government to coordinate programmes in the provinces and provide technical assistance, as appropriate.

Under the guidance and supervision of the Administrative and Logistics Assistant, the driver provides reliable and safe driving services for the transport of authorized personnel. The Driver has a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and the ability o work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Functional Responsibilities

Drivers are required to carry out the following tasks and duties.

Drives office vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items;
Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities as required
Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc. performs minor repairs and arranges for other repairs and ensure that the vehicle is kept clean
Logs official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes greasing, etc
Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accident
Abide by UN and local rules and ethics concerning safe driving and security procedures
Keep the vehicle clean and in good condition
Maintain travel log sheets as per UNOPS rules
abide by the UNOPS, UNDSS rules and regulations in travelling especially in outstation area. Further adhere to the speed limits etc as stipulated by the Nepal Traffic authority
Drivers are required to fully adhere to the rules and regulations of UNOPS, UNDSS and other statutory regulation in executing their day-to-day activities.
The driver is required maintain all the record books / log books and keep their vehicles in good condition.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:

Secondary school education qualifications;
Have undergone a basic vehicle maintenance and repair course
Valid driver's license is must
Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repairs and motorcycles is highly desirable

Work experience:

Minimum of 2 years of regular driving experience; additional years of experience is an asset;
Experience in driving Trucks/Heavy vehicles is an advantage;
Driving experience with INGOs/UN Agencies is an added qualification.

Language:

Basic spoken and written English is required.

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Functional competencies

Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance
Driving experience with INGOs / UN agencies added qualification
Basic in English and knowledge of local language
Knowledge of operating HF/VHF communication equipment;
Thorough knowledge of road rules;
Knowledge of locations in Nepal and routes to other main cities in Nepal
Accident free driving license

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement
Contract level: LICA-2
Contract duration: ‘Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Considerations

Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
The post is only open for Nepali national.