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Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.
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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. 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.
This job is open in two Field Offices, Karongi (1 position) and Huye (1 Position) and the job holders will report to the Heads of Field Offices. The job may involve basic administrative assistance in the office or stores.
To provide efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel and/or commodities.
1. Drive safely office vehicle for the transportation of authorised personnel including delivery and collection of various items/commodities
2. Drive official personnel and visitors from/to the airport or other entry points.
3. Check before drivingf the vehicle, on a daily basis; all oil, lubricants and water level, as detailed in the vehicle daily inspection sheet.
4. Maintain milleage logbook and ensure all fuel issued is entered accurately into the logbook.
5. Ensure day to day vehicle is kept clean and in good condition
6. Ensure the vehicle is taken for servicing or repair as and when required in a timely manner.
7. Report any accident / incident or dammage to the vehicle to the supervisor as soon as possible.
8. Check on a daily basis the service ability of all communications equipement, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, toolkits, vehicle documents and any other equipement that may be fitted in the vehicle and report immediately if any equipement is damaged or missing.
9. Make sure the dressing uniform is regularly respected.
10. Respect the traffic rules and regulations for safe driving.
11. Perform any other duties as requested by the supervisor.
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.
Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language (English or French). The knowledge of both is an added value. Fluency in Kinyarwanda.
Experience: Three 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 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.
Purpose
- Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Builds an understanding of WFP’s Strategic Objectives.
- Be a force for positive change: Approaches individual tasks and responsibilities with a positive attitude and demeanor.
- Make the mission inspiring to our team: Understands the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities.
- Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Connects individual tasks and responsibilities to unit’s goals and mission.
People
- Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills: Seeks opportunities to build and enhance individual skills.
- Create an inclusive culture: Demonstrates respect and understanding for diversity and cultural differences.
- Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Identifies and approaches colleagues or supervisors to serve as coaches.
- Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Sets clear goals and measurable targets for own tasks and responsibilities.
Performance
- Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Assesses own tasks and responsibilities to find ways to be more efficient.
- Focus on getting results: Maintains accurate records of completion times and tasks in own areas of responsibility.
- Make commitments and make good on commitments: Understands responsibilities and the metrics associated with own tasks.
- Be Decisive: Notifies supervisors of dangerous situations or potential issues that may arise while in the field or office.
Partnership
- Connect and share across WFP units: Understands WFP’s organizational structure, including the purpose and mission of each unit.
- Build strong external partnerships: Supports team in working with colleagues and WFP’s partners in the field toward common goals.
- Be politically agile & adaptable: Maintains a professional and courteous relationship with other WFP employees and partners in the field.
- Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Understands own team’s contributions in its partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
Eligibility: This position is open to Rwandan nationals and any candidate who possesses valid permit to live and work in Rwanda.
Duration of Post: 1 year renewable, subject to successful performance and availability of funds.
Contract Type: Service Contract (SC), Level_2
05 May 2020
Qualified female applicants are especially encouraged to apply
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