Driver/Clerk is needed in Maiduguri, Nigeria

Driver/Clerk, Maiduguri, Nigeria
 
Organization: UNDP – United Nations Development Programme
Country: Nigeria
Field location: Maiduguri
Office: UNDP Maiduguri, Nigeria

Closing date: Tuesday, 23 April 2024
Job Identification : 17365

Locations : Maiduguri, Nigeria

Posting Date : 04/08/2024, 08:01 AM

Apply Before : 04/23/2024, 03:59 AM

Job Schedule : Full time

Agency : UNDP

Grade : SB2

Vacancy Type : Service Contract Holders

Practice Area : Effectiveness

Bureau : Regional Bureau for Africa

Contract Duration : 1 Year with Possibility for extension

Education & Work Experience : High School certificate – 3 year(s) experience

Desired Languages : Hausa or Kanuri

Vacancy Timeline

2 Weeks

Job Description

Background

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

This position is with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Country Office Abuja Nigeria (CONIG), and maybe required for other UNODC Offices in other States within Nigeria.

The incumbent will be responsible for providing reliable and safe driving services to the Project. S/he will also be responsible for providing clerical support to various project staff as required, including day-to-day office project work as well as during events such as workshops, meetings, conferences, seminars, and training activities. The driver will be under the overall supervision of the National Programme Officer, Northeast Coordination.

Duties and Responsibilities

 Provide reliable and secure driving services to the Core Project Unit and CONIG personnel, as required.
 Ensure cost-savings through, amongst others, proper use and accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs.

 Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through minor repairs, timely change of oil, check of tyres, brakes, car washing etc.

 Report any mechanical fault in good time for repairs to be carried out and cross check to see that the repairs were well done.
 At all time, make sure that copies of vehicle insurance including office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit and necessary spare parts are available.
 Ensure that all immediate measures required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents
 Learn and comply with all security requirements, when driving and using the vehicle

 Support the project team by providing administrative and clerical support as requested, including in preparing, copying, collating, binding, filing and distributing documents, mail and notifications, as instructed
 Provide logistical and administrative support during events and meetings, as required
 Provide any other clerical support to the office as may be required
 Support hospitality and orientation support of personnel and other individual, especially of new staff and visitors and guests of the Project Support Unit and the Country Office, as required

 Ensure security and safety at all times especially while driving and respond to radio checks/calls at all times.
 Performs other duties as assigned
Competencies

Professionalism:

 Basic mechanical knowledge leading to an ability to perform minor repairs of vehicle and also analyse any malfunctions and repairs performed on the vehicle accurately;
 Sound knowledge of Maiduguri and its environs as well as good knowledge of some of the main cities in the Federal Republic of Nigeria;
 Basic book-keeping knowledge and understanding, especially with regard to spreadsheets;
 Ease of working in a multi-cultural, multi-dimensional, fast paced environment with competing demands;
 Demonstrates the values of the United Nations, particularly integrity, efficiency, respect for gender and diversity, in daily activities and behaviours;
 Shows pride in work and in assigned role;
 Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of main area of responsibility;
 Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing timeframes and deadlines;
 Motivated by professional rather than personal concerns;
 Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges;
 Remains calm in stressful situations.

Accountability:

 Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments;
 Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules;
 Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
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;
 Meets timeline for delivery of goods, transportation requests, or services to client.
Teamwork:

 Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
 Works collaboratively with colleagues within and outside of UNODC; 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.
Planning & Organizing:

 Able to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor work while prioritizing competing demands;
 Able to work on tight deadlines;
 Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning.
 Monitors and adjusts plans and projects as necessary.
 Uses time efficiently.
Required Skills and Experience

Education:

 Secondary Education with relevant trade test, and valid driving license
Experience:

 A minimum of 3 years’ work experience as driver.
 Sound knowledge of UN and the Federal Republic of Nigeria driving requirements.
 Demonstrable skills in carrying out minor vehicle repairs are necessary.
 Prior experience working as a driver/clerk is a requirement, preferably with an international, national or NGO office is required.
 Work experience with the UN or other international institutions with stringent accountability rules would be an asset.
Languages:

 Fluency in English, with excellent drafting skills, is essential.
 Knowledge of Hausa and/or Kanuri would be an advantage.

**QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY**

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