Career Opportunities: Driver (Roster), G2
(832792)
Requisition ID 832792 - Posted 08/05/2024 - Short Term-SC WFP - Asia,
Southern - Bangladesh - BGD - Other cit - Working Job Language
(2) - ADMINISTRATION
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WFP encourages female candidates and people with disabilities to
apply.
WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism
who share our humanitarian principles. Selection of staff is made on a
competitive basis. We are committed to promoting diversity and the
principle of equal employment opportunity for all our employees and
encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of religion or
belief, ethnic or social background, gender, gender identity and
disability. Due to gender balance consideration, WFP will prioritize
the selection of suitable female candidate.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Job Title: Driver
Grade: G2
Total Number of Positions: 03
Duty Station: Multiple Locations
Type of Contract: Service Contract
Duration of contract: 12 months
Nationality: Bangladeshi only
Salary: As per UN Salary Scale
Date of Publication: 8 May 2024
Deadline of Publication: 06 June 2024
JOB PURPOSE
To provide efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel and/or
commodities.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
1. Provide transportation of authorized personnel including translation of basic
conversations from/to the local language, and/or delivery of various
items/commodities following authorized routing and UN safety and security rules and
regulations to ensure safe and efficient services.
2. Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide
basic assistance with visa and customs formalities to facilitate smooth and safe
entry and arrival to the authorised destinations.
3. Responsible for accurate maintenance of the vehicle log books, and daily
reporting to the supervisor on mechanical status, to ensure efficient vehicle use and
fuel consumption supporting accurate accounting and cost-efficiency.
4. Responsible that the assigned vehicle is kept clean and in a good condition
including all equipment, the maintenance is done on time, vehicle is fully equipped
with required travel authorisations and supplies, and any mechanical issues are
reported to the supervisor to ensure safe and efficient services.
5. Follow established rules and regulations for field deliveries and/or in cases of an
accident, and report immediately to the supervisor on any apparent problems, to
seek for instructions and facilitate informative decisions on the way forward.
6. Outside driving duties, perform basic office related tasks such as filing,
photocopying and maintaining stores when required including delivery/collection of
various items, mailing service and payment of office telephone and other bills to
ensure administrative support to clients.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Completion of secondary school education. Formal drivers training with a
valid driver’s license/certification to operate assigned vehicle following local rules
and regulations.
Experience: Two or more years of work experience as a Driver, preferably in an
international organization, embassy or UN system with a demonstrated safe driving
record. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including
vans, trucks and other kinds of motorised vehicles. Experience in defensive driving is
desirable.
Knowledge & Skills:
• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies,
local roads/waterways and conditions, and security issues.
• Knowledge of the vehicle loading capacity and other parameters.
• Knowledge of driving/boat operating rules and regulations whichever applicable.
• Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (e.g. fire extinguishers,
buoyant wearable safety devices, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and
maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic skills to assist in case of emergency, knowledge of first aid basic methods.
• Knowledge and ability to use radio, email, telephone and other applications.
• Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor vehicle repairs.
• Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility,
courtesy and tact.
Language: Fluency in writing and speaking both English and Bangla Language.
All WFP Employees are expected to demonstrate the competencies and standards of
behaviour aligned with our core values and defined in the WFP LEADERSHIP
FRAMEWORK, namely:
Leading by example with integrity,
Driving results and delivering on commitments,
Fostering inclusive and collaborative teamwork,
Applying strategic thinking,
Building and maintaining sustainable partnerships.
How To Apply
To be considered, interested candidates are invited to apply via
(https://www.wfp.org/careers/job-openings). Only short-listed candidates will be
contacted.
WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at
the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local
law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.
Request for Disability related Reasonable Accommodations:
It is important to WFP to create an accessible and inclusive workplace for everyone.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with
disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you require reasonable
accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-
employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection and hiring process,
please direct your request and inquiries to the Diversity and Inclusion team
on: global.inclusion@wfp.org, cc’ing ban.hr@wfp.org. A member of the reasonable
accommodation team will contact you to confidentially discuss your needs.
This email is only to be used for any disability related accessibility requirements,
and not for sending the application itself. Due to volume of applications, any
applications or CVs sent through this email address will not be considered as a
formal application and will not receive a reply from WFP.
ABOUT WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization,
humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve
Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed
hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the
nutritious food they need.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian
agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve
Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. The country strategic plan is aligned with the United
Nations sustainable development cooperation framework for Bangladesh for 2022‒
2026 and the eighth five-year plan (covering the period July 2020 ‒June 2025) of the
Government of Bangladesh. It is informed by the recommendations of an independent
evaluation of the country strategic plan for 2017–2021 and consultation with key
stakeholders. It will contribute to Sustainable Development Goals 2 and 17 through
four strategic outcomes.
WFP is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce. WFP has zero
tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including
sexual harassment, abuse of authority or discrimination. All selected candidates will,
undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN
Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ),
International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP
External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar
bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP,
both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
06 June 2024
