Country: Somalia
Closing date: 25 Sep 2013
Under the overall supervision of the Officer in Charge (O.I.C.) FAO Somalia and the direct supervision of the Head of Office, Dollow: The incumbent performs the following duties:
• Drive the FAO Dollow programme staff and staff on missions to Dollow/Gedo, and drive FAO Dollow Head of Officer and his/ her visitors as required.
• Pick and drop off staff and official visitors at the airfield; facilitate immigration and customs formalities and other local formalities.
• Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, transportation / vehicle related expenditures, vehicle servicing, repairs, etc.
• Ensure day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s); checks oil, water, battery, tires, etc.; perform minor repairs and timely arrange for any other repairs necessary to keep the vehicle safe and technically sound at all times; maintain the vehicle(s) in clean conditions.
• Handle local and organizational formalities when involved in an accident; ensure that in this case all organizational and local / country rules, regulations and procedures are followed correctly.
• Collect and deliver mail, documents, pouches, and other communications / items from and to the country office; go to the post office, airport, government agencies, other UN agencies, institutions, project sites, etc., to take and deliver items and communications; keep records as required.
• When needed, assist the Dollow Programme staff in performing simple clerical duties such as making photocopies, keeping records, etc.
• Perform other related duties as required.
Education and Experience:
Education:
Primary / secondary education. Possession of valid driver’s license.
Work Experience: Two years of work experience as a driver. Flawless, safe driving record.
Languages: Good knowledge (level B) of English and working knowledge of the local language(s) is required.
Knowledge and Skills: Good knowledge of the local driving rules and regulations; skills in minor vehicle repair. A high degree of punctuality and reliability is required. Safe driving manner. Good sense of direction and knowledge of local conditions. Ability to cope with extended working hours.
field security permitting. Good knowledge of the UN work system and ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. Languages:
Good working knowledge (level C) of English and knowledge of local languages. Somalia language is a strong asset. Selection Criteria:
Meeting the minimum qualification requirements listed above; Knowledge and competence in the subject matter; Good writing and speaking communication skills..
How to apply:
Interested candidates are requested to submit a cover letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement Number along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal Profile Form available at http://www.fao.org/employment/irecruitment-access/en/ E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and applications should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org The subject line of the e-mail message should be indicated as per the specific Vacancy Announcement Number for each position as indicated i.e. CONFIDENTIAL– FAO/110/2013 If making a hard copy submission, the envelope should be clearly marked in the same way and sent to the following address: FAO-Somalia UN-Somalia Ngecha Road Complex Corner Lower Kabete Road/Ngecha Road P.O. Box 30470-00100, Nairobi, Kenya.