Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Supply Chain
Officer and direct supervision of the Senior Procurement and Logistics
Assistant; and, in collaboration with relevant units at Headquarters and the
Administrative Centres, the successful candidate will be responsible and
accountable for driving the IOM vehicles.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Drive the vehicle(s) assigned for the Chief of
Mission/Head of Office/Regional Director;
Guide, monitor and organize the transportation
schedules of the other drivers in the unit/office/duty station;
Manage the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned
vehicle(s) to ensure roadworthiness of the vehicles. This includes daily check
of tires, brakes, engine oil, fan belt, etc.;
Arrange for minor repairs and ensures that the
vehicles are kept clean;
Ensure that the vehicles undertake regular service
intervals;
Keep records of spare parts for vehicle(s) and
conduct monthly inventory of the spare parts;
Find the most direct and safe route over the best available roads to the destination.
Ensure that the IOM vehicle(s) is used only for
official/authorized business, as advised by the supervisor;
Make sure that the daily log sheet is prepared, and a
monthly report is prepared summarizing statistics linked to mileage, fuel
consumption, etc. for the vehicle;
Keep a high degree of confidentiality and
discreteness in discussions, which involves IOM and its officials. Take proper
actions to reduce potential security threats to IOM officials and/or property
within the immediate vicinity of the vehicle and along transport routes;
Meet official personnel at the airport(s) and
facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required;
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 country office staff in
performing simple clerical duties such as making and answering telephone calls,
making photocopies, keeping records, etc.;
Brief and train drivers in all the above duties and
responsibilities; and,
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
High school degree/certificate with minimum 3 years
of relevant working experience or Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 1 year of
relevant working experience from an accredited institution.
Valid national driver’s license.
Experience
Knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
Experience in driving a variety of makes and models
of vehicles
Skills in minor vehicle repairs.
Knowledge of radio, email, telephone and other
applications.
Skills
Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair.
Good communication and interpersonal skills,
including the ability to work in a multicultural team.
Respect for the IOM’s core values and principles,
such as integrity, professionalism, and respect for diversity.
Ability to follow security protocols and procedures,
and to cope with stressful situations.
Willingness to travel within the country and to
remote locations.
Basic computer skills, such as using email and
Microsoft Office and basic report writing skills.
Familiarity with local roads, routes, and ability to
use GPS/ navigation systems effectively.
Flexibility and adaptability to changing work
schedules and priorities.
Languages
For all applicants, fluency in English and Kiswahili
is required (oral and written).
Knowledge of Somali is an advantage
Required Competencies
Values
Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and
promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and
inclusion wherever possible.
Integrity and transparency: maintain high ethical
standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules
and standards of conduct.
Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a
composed, competent, and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in
meeting day-to-day challenges.
Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on
issues of importance.
Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people
feel safe, respected, and fairly treated.
Core Competencies – behavioural
indicators level 1.
Teamwork: develops and promotes effective
collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize
results.
Delivering results: produces and delivers quality
results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and
committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
Managing and sharing knowledge continuously seeks to
learn, share knowledge, and innovate.
Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the
Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and
delegated work.
Communication: encourages and contributes to clear
and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring,
and motivational way.
How to Apply
If you are interested, please submit your CV and
Cover Letter via email with the subject of the Senior
Driver-SVN/IOMSO/018/2024- IOM Somalia Nairobi Support Office to recruitmentsomalia@iom.int before
the closing date.
