Driving Career Opening At UNDP

A driving job has surfaced at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). It is a full time option.

Duties:

Ensures provision of reliable and safe/secure driving services of authorized passengers while focusing on achievement of the following results:
- Safely drive UNDP vehicles for the transport of authorized passengers whenever required.
- Meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport, visa and customs formalities and arrangements when required.
- Local traffic rules and regulations are strictly observed.
- Ensures instructions and security guidance provided by the supervisor and security focal point are strictly followed by the Driver and the passengers during the journey.
Ensures cost-saving through the proper use of the vehicle by accurately maintaining daily vehicle logs, providing inputs to the preparation of vehicle maintenance plans and reports.
Ensures proper day-to-day proper maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tyres, brakes, car washing etc.
Ensures availability of all the required documents / supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city / country, first aid kit, necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle.
Ensures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident.

Education:

Experience:

Minimum 2 years’ work experience as a driver in an international institution, governmental organization, embassy or UN system.
Additional work experience is considered as an asset.
Knowledge of Ghana driving rules and regulations.
Skills in minor vehicle repairs.
Driving experience with the UN system or any international organization will be an advantage.
Strong communication and customer service skills, as well as the ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
Safe/Clean driving records with no major traffic violations or accidents.
Familiarity with GPS navigation and electronic logging devices.
Ability to conduct routine vehicle inspections and perform basic maintenance tasks, such as checking tire pressure and oil levels.