Driver

Introduction

The ‘PROSPECTS’ Partnership for improving Prospects for host communities and forcibly displaced persons, was launched by the Government of the Netherlands in 2019 in response to forced displacement crises, bringing together the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the International Labour Organization (ILO), the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the World Bank. The partnership spans eight countries, namely Egypt, Ethiopia, Iraq, Jordan, Kenya, Lebanon, Sudan, and Uganda.

Within the framework of the PROSPECTS partnership in Jordan, ILO’s focus is on enhancing resilience of the country’s crisis-distressed labour market and creating better livelihoods and employment opportunities for both Jordanian host communities and Syrian refugees. It is doing so by promoting the development of market relevant skills (Education and Learning Pillar); enhancing employment placement services and labour market governance, and promoting micro, small and medium sized enterprises as well as sectors, including the agriculture and agri-food with potential for decent job creation (Employment and Economic Inclusion Pillar); and strengthening social protection schemes (Protection Pillar).

The partnership has now entered its second phase which will be implemented from 2024-2027 and builds on the strategic areas of intervention and maximizing impact from phase one. 

Reporting lines:

The incumbent will be based in ILO Office in Amman, Jordan/ within the PROSPECTS team. S/he will report to the PROSPECTS Jordan Project Manager, and will collaborate closely with other members of the PROSPECTS Jordan team. 

Description of Duties

1. Provide reliable, safe and secure driving services for Project personnel and visitors, aligned with UN road safety and security guidelines.

2. Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance of assigned vehicle(s) through timely minor repairs and arrange for timely major repairs and checking of oil, tyres, brakes and water levels, car washing, etc. so that the vehicle is kept clean and in good running condition at all times. Provide inputs to the preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.

3. Ensure availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle registration, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit and other MOSS-compliant equipment, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle; keeps track of insurance collect mail and deliver mail and official documents and other items.

4. Meet officials and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide basic assistance.

5. Outside driving duties, perform basic office-related tasks such as photocopying, filing, data entry, maintaining stores, and delivery/collection of various items.

6. Perform other relevant duties as assigned by the Project Manager.

7. Support with any additional clerical tasks if needed.

Required qualifications

Education

Completion of secondary school education. Valid and clean driving licence.

Experience

A minimum of two years of relevant work experience with a safe driving record. Prior experience working for a UN agency and project team will be an advantage.

Languages

Excellent command of Arabic and good working knowledge of English.

Competencies

• Excellent knowledge of local driving rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of UN safety and security guidelines, including safe road planning and road safety strategies.
• Knowledge of local roads and conditions.
• Skills in minor vehicle repair.
• Good knowledge of chauffeur protocol and courtesies.
• Good knowledge of security issues.
• Knowledge of rules and procedures on vehicle management including maintenance of official vehicles and knowledge of mechanics and maintenance and repair of vehicles.

Competencies (continued)

• Some knowledge of administrative rules and regulations.
• Some basic computer skills to record information in IT systems.
• Ability to deal calmly with unexpected circumstances or delays.
• Discretion and respect for confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.

optional section (if needed)

Candidates assessed by the Panel and considered to be eligible for appointment but who are not selected for this vacant post may be offered an assignment to another position at the same or lower grade provided that they meet the minimum qualifications required.