Background

Grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, UN Women will work 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. Placing women’s rights at the centre of all its efforts, UN Women will lead and coordinate United Nations System efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action throughout the world. It will provide strong and coherent leadership in support of Member States’ priorities and efforts, building effective partnerships with civil society and other relevant actors.

UN Women is dedicated to advancing gender equality and women’s human rights in Afghanistan. Staff and consultants of UN Women Afghanistan are expected to contribute to a professional working environment in which the strengthening of national capacities and human potential is prioritized. Respect for diversity and human dignity is required, as is the active pursuit of a collaborative and inclusive approach to both internal and external stakeholders, including colleagues and partners.

Under the overall guidance of UN Women ACO Transport incharge and directory reporting to Program Coordinator,the Driver is responsible to provide reliable and safe driving services to the program staff in the field office, consultants and experts and UN staff on mission 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.

The Driver will also provide basic administrative and clerical support to the field office.

Summary Of Key Functions

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provision of reliable and secure driving services

• Provide proper use of vehicle

• Provide day to day maintenance of the assigned vehicle

• Maintain and ensure availability of all required documents/supplies

• Provide general administrative and logistic support as needed

Provide Reliable And Secure Driving Services

• Drive office vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel;

• 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;

• Ensure all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents;

• Ensure vehicle comply with the Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS).

• Follows the security rules and regulations of UN WOMEN/UNDP to help ensure the safety of staff and vehicle.

• Keeps abreast of road and traffic regulations.

Provide Proper Use Of Vehicle

• Ensure cost-saving by driving responsibly;

• Maintain daily vehicle logs, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil change, servicing, greasing, repairs;

• Provide inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.

Provide Day To Day Maintenance Of The Assigned Vehicle

• Ensure that the official vehicle is kept clean and is always in good working condition;

• Make minor repairs and make arrangements for major repairs;

• Change oil, check tires, water, battery, lights, horn, clutch, windshield wiper, 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

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;

• Good knowledge of driving rules and regulations, local roads and conditions;

• Good defensive driving skills;

• Skills in minor vehicle repairs;

• Ability to be on time.

Required Skills And Experience

Residents of this province who have experience in this position are encouraged to apply.

Education

• Completion of secondary education is required;

• Valid driver’s license is required.

Experience

• At least 5 years of experience as a driver in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a safe driving record;

• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair.

Language Requirements

• Working knowledge of spoken and written English and knowledge of local languages is required.

• Working knowledge of another UN Language is an asset.

Other Requirements

• Valid National ID/Passport