Beirut - Driver G2

Organizational Context:

The position will be based in Beirut Country Office. The incumbent will report directly to the Business Support Assistant (Fleet Management) and under the overall supervision of the Admin Officer in Beirut Country Office.

Job Purpose:

To provide efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel, and/or commodities. To support in the coordination and transportation of VIP missions.

Duration Of Assignment:

The Driver will be contracted for an initial term of 12 months. Contract may be extended based on business need and satisfactory performance.

Key Responsibilities (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

Within delegated authority and under the direct supervision of the Business Support Assistant (Fleet Management) and the overall supervision of the Admin Officer, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

• Provide transportation of authorized personnel including translation of basic conversations from/to the local language, and/or delivery of various items/commodities following authorized routing and UN safety and security rules and regulations to ensure safe and efficient services.
• Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide basic assistance with visa and customs formalities to facilitate smooth and safe entry and arrival to the authorized destinations.
• Responsible for accurate maintenance of the vehicle log books, and daily reporting to the supervisor on mechanical status, to ensure efficient vehicle use and fuel consumption supporting accurate accounting and cost-efficiency.
• Responsible that the assigned vehicle is kept clean and in a good condition including all equipment, the maintenance is done on time, the vehicle is fully equipped with required travel authorizations and supplies, and any mechanical issues are reported to the supervisor to ensure safe and efficient services.
• Follow established rules and regulations for field deliveries and/or in cases of an accident, and report immediately to the supervisor on any apparent problems, to seek for instructions and facilitate informative decisions on the way forward.
• Outside driving duties, perform basic office-related tasks such as filing, photocopying, and maintaining stores when required including delivery/collection of various items, mailing service, and payment of office telephone and other bills to ensure administrative support to clients.
•  Perform other related duties as required.

DESIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Formal drivers training with a valid driver’s license/ certification to operate assigned vehicle following local rules and regulations.
• Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles
•  Experience in defensive driving is desirable Knowledge & Skills
•  Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, protocol and courtesies and security issues.
•  Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
•  Basic skills to assist in case of emergency, knowledge of first aid basic methods
• Knowledge and ability to use radio, email, telephone and other applications.
•  Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor vehicle repairs
•  Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact

STANDARD MINIMUM ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Completion of secondary school education. Formal drivers training with a valid driver’s license/certification to operate assigned vehicle following local rules and regulations.

Experience: At least three (3) years of work experience as a Driver, preferably in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a demonstrated safe driving record. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including SUVs, vans, trucks and other kinds of motorized vehicles is a plus.

Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Arabic.