Country: Iraq
Closing date: 08 Feb 2018
Title: Driver
Organizational Unit: UNESCO Office for Iraq, Platform
Primary Location: Baghdad, Iraq
Position Number: BAG-18-1-0001 n
Type of contract : Service Contract (UN Ref. G-2)
Annual salary: 15, 826 USD
Duration: One year
Deadline:08 February 2018
Application to be sent to:Recruitment.bag@unesco.org
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION
1.Background
The position is part of Finance and Administrative platform responsible for determines the itineraries of the trip and the expected duration of the journey; in close coordination with the Security Units in UNAMI. This requires the exercise of some judgement and the making of choices from different accepted alternatives (choices of route, etc.). This decision can affect the work (arriving on time for appointments) of staff. Demonstrates ability to apply sound judgment in the context of assignment.
II. Duties and requirements
Under the direct supervision of Chief of Finance and Administrative Platform of the UNESCO Iraq Office, and under the overall authority of the Director of the UNESCO Office for Iraq. The SC holder provides reliable and safe driving services ensuring high accuracy of work to the Director of the Office and high-ranking UN officials and visitors.
The incumbent will be responsible for:
Drive official vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel as well as delivery and collection of mail, documents, and other items as requested;
Meet official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities as required;
Ensure constant awareness of security measures in force and strictly abide by established security rules and regulations;
Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles to ensure roadworthiness;
Perform minor repairs, arrange for other repairs, and ensure that the vehicle is kept clean;
Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, service, etc.
Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accident.
Any other duties as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
· Completion of High School Diploma;
Work Experience
- Minimum of two years in similar position, of which preferably with an international organization.
Skills/Competencies
- Must possess a valid Professional Driving License. Security and/or First Aid training would be an asset;
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills;
- Ability to interact with the public with tact and good judgment and to safe guard information is required.
Languages
- Knowledge and working experience in Arabic and English languages is required
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
skills / competencies
- University Degree is an asset;
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural/multinational environment;
- A commitment to UN values of non-discrimination based on race, gender, economic status, or religion.
BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS
The candidate shall be offered a Service Contract with a gross salary of approximately USD 15,826 annual salary. The initial contract, which is for a probationary period of three months (3) renewable subject to good satisfactory service; and contingent on the availability of funding;
Other benefits include 2.5 days per month annual leave.
How to apply:
Interested candidates should complete the attached UNESCO CV form (P.11) with a covering letter in English explaining their interest in the position and forward it electronically to the following e-mail address: recruitment.bag@unesco.org
Please indicate the position and vacancy number you are applying for. Incomplete UNESCO CV will not be processed.
Applications can also be received via fax only if internet access is not available to apply online. A completed official UNESCO CV form (available from the UNESCO home page) should be sent to fax number: +5928456.
UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. If you have any questions concerning persons or companies claiming to be recruiting on behalf of UNESCO and requesting the payment of a fee, please contact: recruitment.bag@unesco.org.
Interested and suitable candidates should ensure that their application is submitted on or before 08 February 2018.
Due to the large number of applications received, only applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted.