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8 Jul 2024

Senior Driver at International Organization for Migration (IOM)

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Job Description

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners.

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.


Method of Application

Submit your CV, copies of relevant documents and Application to:

[email protected]

Use Senior Driver-SVN/IOMSO/018/2024- IOM Somalia Nairobi Support Office as the subject of the email

Closing Date : 15 July. 2024





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