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Job Title:    Driver (Fresher UN Jobs)

Organization: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Job Opening Number: 23-Transportation-UNODC-200806-J-Kampala (O)

Reports to: Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (Violent Extremism in Prisons)

About US:

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime is a United Nations office that was established in 1997 to assist the UN in better addressing a coordinated, comprehensive response to the interrelated issues of illicit trafficking in and abuse of drugs, crime prevention and criminal justice, international terrorism, and political corruption. These goals are pursued through three primary functions: research, guidance and support to governments in the adoption and implementation of various crime-, drug-, terrorism-, and corruption-related conventions, treaties and protocols, as well as technical/financial assistance to said governments to face their respective situations and challenges in these fields.

Job Summary:  The Driver will work under the direct supervision and guidance of the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (Violent Extremism in Prisons) in POUGA and in close coordination with the Programme Management Assistant.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: Within assigned authority, the Driver will be responsible for the following specific duties:

• Drive vehicles safely for the transport of authorized personnel and for the transport of general cargo goods.
• Make deliveries and collection of mail, documents, and other items, including visa and customs formalities arrangement when required and meet official(s), between the office and other offices and institutions, e.g., Ministries, Embassies, Permanent Missions, etc.
• Make minor purchases and collect urgent purchases from local suppliers as requested.
• Collect goods from the customs with due regard to customs regulations and formalities. May make or collect payment for goods.
• Meet official personnel at the airport.
• Deal effectively and tactfully with officials and visitors.
• Take care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, and vehicle tools; perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs and ensure that vehicle is kept clean.
• Report any damage or loss of vehicle tools.
• Log fuel consumption, maintenance etc.
• Ensure that in case of accident, the steps required by rules and regulations are taken.
• Apply good judgment in the context of assignments given.
• Assist with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.
• Assist with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures, if required.
• Deliver and collect mail and documents for various offices for distribution within the Regional Office ensuring that the documents are circulated correctly and at a timely interval.
• Provide administrative support on activities, such as, visas processing at the embassies and formalities with the immigration, ministries, and government authorities.
• Perform office errands and other messenger services through coordination with the administration staff and simple external contacts as assigned.
• Register correspondence to be sent by postal service, maintain records of names and addresses of recipients, calculate postal charge and arrange for the timely replenishment of the mailing charges.
• Deliver mail to the post office according to the weekly schedule, send urgent mail and collect mail as required.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant for the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Driver job must hold a High school diploma or equivalent. Required. Driver training with a valid driver’s license is required.
• Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite, i.e. is required, for recruitment consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Applicants who have not passed the GGST at the time of application may be invited for the test after submitting an application.
• The GGST is a proctored entry-level examination at the duty station. Any travel expenses incurred in order to take the examination are the responsibility of the candidate and will not be reimbursed by the Organization.
• Having passed the Administrative Support Assessment Test [in English] at the United Nations headquarters, Economic Commission for Africa, Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia, United Nations Office at Geneva, United Nations Office at Vienna, International criminal tribunal for Rwanda or International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia may be accepted in lieu of the GGST.
• At least two years of experience as a Driver with a safe driving record is required.
• Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans and other kinds of motorized vehicles is desirable.
• Previous experience in administrative, general service and messenger services is desirable.
• Languages: fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Competencies

• Professionalism – Has knowledge of driving rules and regulations. Has knowledge of the area and the current condition of roads and highways, security and safety awareness; familiarity with frequently travelled routes and routines of the more senior staff or the officers. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates who so desire to join the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in the aforementioned capacity should endeavor to Apply Online by Clicking on the link below. Please further review job requirements and if competent Click Apply Now.

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Deadline: 6^th February 2023

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