SPECIAL VACANCY NOTICE
I. Position Information
SVN No: SVN/IOMSO/083/2014
Position title: On-call Driver
Classification: Ungraded, Daily Rate
Duty station: Hargeisa, Somaliland
Type of appointment: On-call, Daily Rate Contract
Job family: Common Services
Organizational unit: Resource Management
Department: Procurement & Logistics
Reporting directly to : Administrative and Human Resources Assistant
Overall supervision by :Head of Sub-office
II. Organizational Context and Scope
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub-office in Hargeisa and the direct supervision of Administrative and Human Resources Assistant for the day to day technical duties, the incumbent will be responsible for timely, safely and cost effectively driving of IOM vehicles, the all authorized passengers and transport cargos as maybe required. The incumbent shall perform the following essential functions.
III. Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Drives IOM vehicle(s) and execute the tasks as assigned by the Head of Sub- Office.
- Manages the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle to ensure road-worthiness of the vehicles. This includes daily check of tyres, brakes, engine oil, fan belt etc.
- Ensures the safety of passengers, cargo and vehicle and observe traffic rules and road discipline.
- Prepares weekly reports on vehicle status.
- Reports promptly any defects or malfunctioning of the vehicle that require immediate attention to the Head of Sub-office.
- Ensures that the vehicles undertake regular service.
- Ensures that the vehicle has available and enough fuel prior to departure for field trips.
- Identifies the most direct routing over the best available roads to the destination.
- Keeps a high degree of confidentiality and discreteness in discussions, which involves IOM and its officials.
- Takes proper measurements to reduce potential security threats to IOM officials or property within the immediate vicinity of the vehicle and along transport routes
- Ensures that in case of accident, supervisors are informed and a police report is obtained. In no case should the driver accept responsibility.
- Be prepared and willing to work night/weekend shifts as requested and on regular basis.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned from time to time.IV. Desired Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioural competencies
Behavioural**
a)Accepts and gives constructive criticism b)Follows all relevant procedures, processes, and policies c)Meets deadline, cost, and quality requirements for outputs d) Monitors own work to correct errors e)Takes responsibility for meeting commitments and for any shortcomings f)Identifies the immediate and peripheral clients of own work g)Demonstrates interest in improving relevant skills h)Actively shares relevant information i) Listens effectively and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the Audience l)Masters subject matter related to responsibilities j)Identifies issues, opportunities, and risks central to responsibilities k) Persistent, calm, and polite in the face of challenges and stress l)Treats all colleagues with respect and dignity m) Works effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to relevant cultural contexts n) Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment.**
Technical
a) Delivers on set objectives within specified time, b) Drives IOM vehicles in a safe manner consistent with local regulations, c) works effectively with colleagues, government agencies and the broader community to advance the mission’s objectives.
a)Accepts and gives constructive criticism b)Follows all relevant procedures, processes, and policies c)Meets deadline, cost, and quality requirements for outputs d) Monitors own work to correct errors e)Takes responsibility for meeting commitments and for any shortcomings f)Identifies the immediate and peripheral clients of own work g)Demonstrates interest in improving relevant skills h)Actively shares relevant information i) Listens effectively and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the Audience l)Masters subject matter related to responsibilities j)Identifies issues, opportunities, and risks central to responsibilities k) Persistent, calm, and polite in the face of challenges and stress l)Treats all colleagues with respect and dignity m) Works effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to relevant cultural contexts n) Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment.**
Technical
a) Delivers on set objectives within specified time, b) Drives IOM vehicles in a safe manner consistent with local regulations, c) works effectively with colleagues, government agencies and the broader community to advance the mission’s objectives.
V. Education and Experience
- Completed Secondary School Education
- In possession of a valid Driving License.
- Two years continuous driving experience as a Driver preferably with NGOs or International Organizations.
- Must have basic knowledge and experience in mechanical/auto-electrical troubleshooting.
- Flexible in terms of working hours that is willing to work on night, weekend shifts and holidays.
- Knowledge in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and Internet Explorer) is preferred.
VI. Languages
Required Fluent English and Somali Advantageous Arabic
How to apply:
Method of Application: Interested candidates should submit CV and a cover letter indicating the Vacancy Notice Number, with three professional references and contacts (email or telephone) to the:
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Somalia Coordinating office in Nairobi
Human Resources Department,
Gitanga Groove, off Gitanga Road
P.O. Box 1810 - 00606
Nairobi
Or
Send by email to: recruitmentsomalia@iom.int
Closing date: 01 October 2014
ONLY SHORT-LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.
