Driver ((Open to Kyrgyzstan Nationals Only) - Bishkek

Driver ((Open to Kyrgyzstan Nationals Only)

Advertised on behalf of :

Location : Bishkek, KYRGYZSTAN Application Deadline : 28-Mar-21 (Midnight New York, USA) Time left : 16d 11h 55m Additional Category : Gender Equality Type of Contract : Service Contract Post Level : SC-3 Languages Required : Russian Starting Date :

date when the selected candidate is expected to start)05-Apr-2021 Duration of Initial Contract : 1 year, extension subject to performance Expected Duration of Assignment : 1 year, extension subject to performance

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination.

All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls;

the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.

Reporting to the Operations Managers and direct supervision of Administrative Assistant, the driver provides reliable and safe driving services to the UN Women Country Representative and high level visitors ensuring the highest standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, and excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues.

The Driver also demonstrates a client-oriented approach, courtesy, confidentiality, tact and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Driver can be also required to provide driving services to the operations and programme staff in the Office, consultants and experts and UN staff on mission.

Background

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide reliable and secure driving services

• Drive office vehicles for the transport of UN Women Country Representative, other high-ranking officials, visitors, UN Women programme and operations staff, and facilitate VIP missions.
• Deliver and collect mail, documents and other items to Government Offices / Embassies / Commercial Establishments / UN Offices.
• Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport including visa and customs formalities arrangements when required.
• Verify that all passengers wear seatbelts at all times in the vehicle.
• Oversee and ensure that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.
• Oversee and ensure that all vehicles comply with the Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS).

Proper use of vehicle

• Ensure cost-saving by driving responsibly;
• Maintain daily vehicle logs, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil change, servicing, greasing, repairs and oversee that other drives do the same;
• Prepare and maintain data of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.

Day to day maintenance of the assigned vehicle

• Ensure that all official vehicles are kept clean and is always in good working condition;
• Make minor repairs and make arrangements for major repairs.
• Change oil, check tires, lights horn, clutch and brakes and wash car regularly.
• Ensure that vehicles comply with Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS).

Maintain and ensure availability of all required documents / supplies

• Maintain and ensure availability of all required documents / supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, and map of the city / country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle;
• Ensure that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.

Provide general administrative and logistic support as needed

• Assist office staff in filing, photocopying and maintaining required records;
• Assist in the mailing and distribution of publications and payments of bills, as required.

Key Performance Indicators

Quality and timely driving services; safe and on-time

Quality care and maintenance of vehicle and necessary documents

Timely inputs to logs and records

Competencies

Core Values :

• Respect for Diversity
• Integrity
• Professionalism

Core Competencies :

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
• Accountability
• Creative Problem Solving
• Effective Communication
• Inclusive Collaboration
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Leading by Example

Functional Competencies

• Excellent driving skills;
• Strong knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies and local roads and conditions;
• Strong defensive driving skills;
• Skills in minor vehicle repairs;
• Ability to be on time.

Required Skills and Experience

Education and certification :

• Secondary education;
• Valid drivers license of B and C categories

Experience :

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as a driver in an international organization, embassy, or UN system with a safe driving record.
• Work experience with UN organizations is desirable.

Language Requirements :

• Fluency in Russian and Kyrgyz is required
• Knowledge of the other UN official working language is an asset.
• Working knowledge of English is an asset.

Attention :

All online applications must include (as an attachment) the completed Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from .

Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.