Job ID
20764

Job Title
Driver (Specialized in Heavy Duty Vehicles - Armoured Vehicles - AVs)

To work for
FAO | Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Country
Syria

City
Homs

Field of Work
Transport/Auto park/Drivers - Humanitarian/Disasters

Job Type
Project Based

Military service
Not Specified

Minimum Education Level
Baccalaureate

Responsibilities
The Driver is responsible for driving FAO staff. He/she ensures the safety, technical soundness and readiness of the vehicle(s) assigned. The incumbent works under the general supervision of FAO Representative and the direct supervision of the functional supervisor. The driver is requested to perform the following duties:

-Travelling on official (Individual - Convoy - Shuttle) missions from Homs to the Syrian governorates and vice versa;
-Taking part in UN convoys (joint missions) when required;
-Transporting FAO staff to Lebanon when required;
-Transporting FAO International officers and/or National staff to the desired destinations (areas, districts, governorates) inside Syria;
-Drive FAO personnel, designated in Homs, to identified locations (inside/outside the governorate) as official trips/errands;
- Maintain an up-to-date Log form/sheet of all conducted trips. The form should be filled with accurate and genuine information such as; dates, times, odometers, and destinations;
-Keep a precise record of mileage and fuel consumption in addition to transportation related expenditures, vehicle service and repairs;
-Ensure day-to-day preventative check of the assigned AV; checking oil, water, battery, tires, etc;
-Perform minor repairs (when needed) and timely report for any other necessary repairs in order to keep the vehicle safe and technically sound at all times; maintain the vehicle(s) in clean conditions;
-Prematurely report the needed regular maintenance of the vehicle to the line supervisor;
-Immediately report any sudden technical issue, problem, or accident that may happen to the line supervisor;
- When involved in an accident, ensure that all organizational/UN and local/country rules, regulations and procedures are followed correctly and properly;
-Follow the rules of safe driving and comply with the safety/security standards defined by UN in Syria (as L-3 emergency) to ensure the safety of both vehicle and passengers in high risk areas where FAO programmes are implemented;
-When needed, assist FAO personnel in performing simple clerical duties;
-Perform other related duties as required.



Qualifications
Essential Requirement:
Possession of a valid Driver D2.

Education:
Completion of Intermediate and/or Secondary education.

Work experience:
At least, three years of work experience as a driver. Flawless, safe driving record. Work experience in Humanitarian agencies and/or driving AVs will be an asset.

Languages:
(Native) Proficiency of local language (Arabic)
(Good) Proficiency of FAO official language used at the duty station (English)

Knowledge and Skills:
Excellent knowledge of the local driving rules and regulations. Having basic skills in minor vehicle repair. A high degree of punctuality and reliability is required. Demonstrating a safe driving manner, familiarity of routes, good sense of directions. Ability to cope with extended working hours.


Specific Vacancy Requirements
Interpersonal Communication Skills:

The driver must demonstrate a polite and friendly attitude and handle his/her passengers with utmost respect. A tidy appearance, courtesy, discretion and a high level of trustworthiness are essential personal attributes.

Remarks:
Only Syrian National candidates are considered for this vacancy.


Salary and Benefits
as per FAO scale

About us
FAO is a UN specialized agency that provides technical support to FAO member countries. In addition to this it implements humanitarian assistance projects in the areas of enhancing agricultural production and ensuring food security.

Required employees number
1

Posted On
Oct 17, 2019

Expiry Date
Nov 16, 2019

CV Language
English




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