Drivers

Job DescriptionBackgroundThe United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is the United Nations agency responsible for human settlements, mandated to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities, with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all; within the overall objective of the United Nations to reduce poverty and promote sustainable development. UN-Habitat in Ghana works with partners within the framework of Government-UN Sustainable Development (UNSDP) which responds to Ghana’s development priorities and Sustainable Developments (SDGs) for People, Prosperity, Planet, Peace and Partnerships by 2030.

UN-Habitat contributes to the achievement of Ghana’s Coordinated Programme of Economic and Social Development Policies (CPESDP) (2021-2025) and the Ghana Beyond Aid Charter towards Ghana@100 (2057). An agile UN-Habitat in Ghana that is working and co-creating with partners and communities to accelerate sustainable urban development seeks to engage the services of a Driver. Under the overall guidance of the Head of Office and the direct supervision of the Programme Associate, the Driver is responsible for providing efficient driving and clerical duties for the running of the Office.

The Driver promotes a collaborative, client-oriented approach consistent with UN rules and regulations. Position PurposeThe Driver assists in the effective and efficient management of the office by providing driving and administrative support to management. The driver applies and promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UN-Habitat rules and regulations, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Duties And ResponsibilitiesKey Duties and Accountabilities▪ Ensures provision of reliable and safe driving services▪ Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle▪ Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle▪ Ensures availability of required documents/supplies▪ Provides of Administrative support Ensures provision of reliable and safe driving services, focusing on the following achievements: Driving project vehicle for the transport of authorized personnel and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items, Meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport including visa and customs formalities arrangement when required Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle, focusing on the following achievements:

Accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, focusing on the following achievements: Timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc. Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies, focusing on the following achievements:

Monitoring of vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle are in place and updatedEnsures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents Provides administrative support, focusing on the following achievements: Provides administrative support to operational activities such as front counter support. Collect and deliver pouch, delivery of mail, issue purchase orders to vendors, collect supplies, put up UN-Habitat flag.

Performs any other duties with the functional profile as assigned and deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the office as directed. CompetenciesCoreAchieve Results LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadlineThink InnovativelyLEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvementsLearn Continuously LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedbackAdapt with AgilityLEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexibleAct with Determination LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confidentEngage and Partner LEVEL 1:

Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationshipsEnable Diversity and Inclusion LEVEL 1:

Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discriminationCross-Functional & Technical competencies Thematic Area Name DefinitionBusiness Direction Effective Decision Making Ability to take decisions in a time and efficient manner in line with one’s authority, area of expertise and resourcesBusiness Management Communication Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audienceBusiness Management Customer Satisfaction Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concernsEthics Ethics Education & Training Ability to provide education and training on ethics, values, and standards and promote staff awareness of ethical behaviour and ethical decision makingAdministration & Operations Vehicle management Knowledge of policy & procedures on fleet managementAdministration & Operations Registry & correspondence Ability to collect, register, maintain and deliver mailmanagement and UN- Habitat pouch; ability to manage archivesKeywords Vehicle management Mechanical skills Documents and record managementEducationRequired Skills and ExperienceSecondary Education.

Valid Driver’s licenseExperienceMinimum of 3 years work experience as a driver including experience driving others. Experience driving high profile dignitaries is an added advantage. Essential Knowledge And Skills Required For Entry Into Position. A professional driver with an international organization or UN system with a safe driving record. Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair.

Knowledge of protocol and customs issues Language Requirements (Required / Desired)English language is required and any local language of Ghana is desiredEqual opportunityAs an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all. Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authorityUNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.

ProbationFor all new UNDP fixed term appointments (FTA), including for staff members being transferred or seconded to UNDP under the Inter-Organization Agreement concerning Transfer, Secondment or Loan of Staff, on an appointment of more than one year, continuation of the appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period. Right to select multiple candidatesUNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.

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