Driver (manila)IOM

Position Title: Driver
Duty Station: IOM Philippines Country Office (Manila)
Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G2**
Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 21 January 2021
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer and under direct supervision of the Administrative Assistant, the successful candidate will be accountable and responsible for providing driving services and general support to the Migration Health Assessment Unit of IOM Philippines Country Office.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Drive IOM vehicles in accordance with the security and transportation procedures, ensuring the safe and on-time arrival of staff from/to the duty station or destination.
Responsible to the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle to ensure roadworthiness of the vehicles. This includes daily checking of tires, brakes, engine oil, fan belt, etc.
Perform minor repairs and ensure that the vehicles are kept clean and ready for use. Always full tank prior to departure for field trips.
Keep record of spare parts for the vehicle and conduct monthly inventory of the spare parts. Keep the vehicle maintenance log updated.
Ensure that the vehicle undertakes regular service intervals/ regular checking of the vehicle parts.
Find the most direct routing over the best available roads to the destination.
Ensure that the IOM vehicle is used only for official/authorized business, as advised by the supervisor.
Prepare daily log sheet and monthly report summarizing statistics for mileage, fuel consumption, usage, etc.
Keep a high degree of confidentiality and discreteness in discussions, which involves IOM and its officials.
Take proper precaution to reduce potential security threats to IOM officials or property within the immediate vicinity of the vehicle and along transport routes.
Ensure that driving compliance to the local rules and regulations are followed, in case of involvement in accident.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
Completed High School degree from an accredited institution, with two years of experience in driving;
University Degree from an accredited academic institution an advantage;
Valid driving license is required.
Experience
Experience with any UN agency or diplomatic missions;
Knowledge/experience with UN Security (radio checks, defensive driving) an advantage. **
Skills
Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repairs.
Knowledge of compliant business administration.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English and Filipino is required. Working knowledge of any BARMM language is desirable.
Notes
Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database ( ).
Required Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values
Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
Integrity and transparency: maintains 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.
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.
IOM's competency framework can be found at this .
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.
The position involves onsite work. The working modality will be further discussed during the interviews.
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Manila City, Metro Manila
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Full-time