Senior Driver - G3 at International Labor Organization (ILO)

Grade: G3

Vacancy no.: DC/DAR/GS/2020/06
Application deadline (midnight local time Nairobi, Kenya): 28 May 2020

Job ID: 3422
Department: RO-Africa
Organization Unit: CO-Dar es Salaam
Location: Nairobi
Contract type: Fixed Term

Contract duration: 1Year

Under article 4.2, paragraph (e) of the Staff Regulations, the filling of vacancies in technical cooperation projects does not fall under Annex I of the Staff Regulations and is made by direct selection by the Director-General.

In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the above-mentioned vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their application online by the above date.

The Following Are Eligible To Apply

• ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations.
• External candidates*

Introduction

The ILO seeks to recruit a Senior Driver at the G3 level for a new project that will contribute to strengthening the capacity of the Kenyan Government to Address Child Labor and/or Forced Labor/Trafficking in Persons, and Violations of Acceptable Conditions of Work. The project seeks to promote enhanced enforcement of the legal framework and policies pertaining Child Labor and/or Forced Labor/Trafficking in Persons, and Violations of Acceptable Conditions of Work – this includes improvement of assistance services for victims of child labour and forced labour and strengthening partnerships to accelerate progress in addressing child labour, forced labour and violations of acceptable forms of work.

Reporting line
Under the overall responsibility of the Director of ILO Country Office for the United Republic of Tanzania, Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda (CO-Dar Es Salaam), the Senior Driver will work under the direct supervision of the National Project Coordinator - Kenya to ensure that work is coordinated and integrated with related services and completed within processing timelines.
The Senior Driver Position is located in Nairobi and will assist on the implementation of the project.

Description Of Duties

• Ensure the provision of safe and reliable driving services for official purpose.
• Keep a timetable for arrivals and departures of officials and other authorized personnel and visitors. Meet officials and visitors at the airport including assisting, where necessary, with protocol, visa and customs formalities.
• Deliver and collect mail and documents and other items.
• Ensure cost-savings through proper use of vehicle and accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and documentation.
• Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance of assigned vehicles through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tyres, brakes and water levels, car washing, etc. in order to keep the vehicle clean and in good running condition at all times.
• Ensure availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle registration, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit and other MOSS-compliant equipment, and necessary spare parts in assigned vehicles.
• Where appropriate, schedule drivers and vehicles for use on a daily basis.
• Ensure that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accident.
• Inform the supervisor in a timely manner of (re)registrations and insurance procedures for all the office vehicles.
• Assist office staff in filing, photocopying and maintaining stores. Perform other miscellaneous office support functions such as messenger services..
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education

Completion of primary education. Valid and clean driving licence. Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair.

Experience

Four years of relevant work experience with a safe driving record. Driving experience with a UN agency, diplomatic or international organization is an advantage.

Languages

Good knowledge of the local language and working knowledge of English

Competencies

• Excellent knowledge of local driving rules and regulations Good knowledge of local roads and conditions.
• Vehicle repair and maintenance skills
• Good knowledge of chauffeur protocol and courtesies.
• Good knowledge of security issues.
• Good knowledge of rules and procedures on vehicle management including maintenance of official vehicles and knowledge of mechanics and maintenance.
• Knowledge of administrative rules and regulations
• Basic computer skills to record information in IT systems
• In addition to the ILO core competencies [Integrity and transparency, Sensitivity to diversity, Orientation to learning and knowledge sharing, Client orientation, Communication, Orientation to change, Takes responsibility for performance, Quality orientation, Collaboration], this position requires:
• Ability to present a professional image at all times.
• Ability to deal calmly with unexpected circumstances or delays.
• Ability to lift heavy mail bags and boxes.
• Discretion and respect for confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.

Recruitment process

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit the ILO Jobs website . The system provides instructions for online application procedures.

Candidates assessed by the Panel and considered to be eligible for appointment but who are not selected for this vacant post may be offered an assignment to another position at the same or lower grade provided that they meet the minimum qualifications required.