Duration: 12 Months renewable
Unit: Administration
Location’affection: Tulear, Ambovombe, Ampanihy, Manakara, Tsihombe, Bekily
Number of positions: 09
A list of qualified candidates may be established at the end of this recruitment process with the aim of filling similar positions of the same grade or lower grade in all the offices of the’ WFP in Madagascar.
WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. II S’ undertakes to respect the principle of equal opportunities in the field of’employment for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply regardless of race, color, etc, of the’ national origin, of the’ ethnic or social origin, of the genetic information, of the sex, of the’ identity and/or of the expression of gender, of the’ sexual orientation, of the religion or of the convictions, HIV status or disability.
The World Food Programme Madagascar of the United Nations (WFP/UN), as part of the implementation of its Country Strategic Plan, is looking for the needs of its Field Offices to Tulear (01), Ambovombe (03), Ampanihy (02), Manakara (01), Tsihombe (01), Bekily (01), Germany, services of 09 Drivers. The driver will drive light vehicles or any other means of ground transportation. The driver must ensure the transport of authorized personnel and goods in an efficient and safe manner. It can also perform simple administrative tasks in offices or warehouses.
ABOUT THE WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme is the largest humanitarian agency in the world fighting hunger. The mission of WFP is to’help the world achieve the’ Zero Hunger goal in our lifetime. Every day, WFP works around the world to ensure that no child goes to bed with an empty stomach and that the poorest and most vulnerable, in particular, women and children have access to the nutritious foods they need to eat.
WFP MANDATE AND INTERVENTIONS IN MADAGASCAR
In Madagascar, WFP is supporting the government’s efforts through a’assistance strategy aimed at responding to the humanitarian emergency, building community resilience and supporting sustainable development efforts. In collaboration with the institutions of the’State, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and partners of the United Nations System, WFP organizes cash or in-kind transfers to meet the food needs of families affected by climate hazards, provides school meals that promote the access of girls and boys to’education, and provides food for families affected by climate change, supports the prevention and treatment of malnutrition, provides technical and financial support to groups of small agricultural producers to improve their production and market access.
WFP also provides the air transport service, providing humanitarian and development actors with safe, reliable and economical transport to’ other regions of Madagascar.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
These posts are to be filled in regional offices, country offices, section offices or field offices. Holders shall report to the person or persons in charge(e) of the logistics administration or person or persons in charge(e), or to his or her alternate(e), or, and drive light vehicles, trucks, vans, motorcycles or any other means of land transport. They may also be required to operate speedboats or other types of marine navigation vessels. The position may require the performance of simple administrative tasks in offices or warehouses.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direct supervision of the Responsible (s) ( e ) of the administration or his or her deputy ( e ), and under the general supervision of the head of the Field Office, the driver will be responsible for the following tasks at the WFP Field Office :
- Ensure the transport of authorized personnel, and possibly translate simple exchanges with interlocutors speaking the local language on this occasion, and ensure the delivery of various items or goods in accordance with authorized routes and United Nations safety and security regulations to provide security services safe and efficient.
- Welcoming official staff and visitors to the airport or other points of entry and assisting them in completing the usual visa and customs formalities so that they can reach safely and easily safe access to authorized destinations.
- Keep the maintenance logbook of vehicles strictly up to date and communicate to the line manager a daily state of their mechanical state, and, to ensure efficient vehicle use and fuel consumption in support of accurate accounting and cost-effectiveness.
- Verify that the assigned vehicle is maintained in a clean and functional condition, including all equipment, that maintenance is done within the specified time, and, that all travel authorizations are on board the vehicle and that it is well equipped with the mandatory equipment, and, and that mechanical problems are reported, where appropriate, to the line manager in order to ensure the provision of the required services in a safe and efficient manner.
- Comply with the rules and regulations in force concerning deliveries on the ground and in the event of an accident, and immediately report to the line manager any problems that occur in order to seek instructions and facilitate informed decision-making on the way forward.
- Apart from conduct-related functions, perform simple related administrative tasks (such as filing, photocopying or inventory management) if necessary, including delivery or collection of various items, mailing and payment of telephone or other invoices, to provide administrative support.
- Carry out any other tasks within the framework of this operation deemed useful and entrusted by the WFP hierarchy.
ESSENTIAL ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
Thematic skills MRPP
Competence
Description of the expected driving at the level of’aptitude required
Motivations
Understand and communicate Strategic Objectives
Includes the WFP Strategic Objectives.
Being a force for positive change
Addresses the tasks and responsibilities assigned to it by adopting a positive attitude.
Making the WFP mission a source of’inspiration for the’team
Includes the’ impact of WFP activities on beneficiary communities.
Communicate the mission of WFP on a daily basis
Relates individual tasks and responsibilities to the objectives and mission of the’unity.
Human resources
Seeking ways to strengthen individual skills
Seeking opportunities to develop and strengthen individual skills.
Create a culture of the’opening of’
Shows that he or she respects and understands diversity and cultural differences.
Accompany and ensure constructive feedback’information
Research and contact colleagues or line managers who may be able to play the role of accompanist.
Adopt and advocate a proactive attitude
Defines clear and measurable objectives for the tasks and responsibilities assigned to it.
Performance
Encourage’innovation and creative solutions
Evaluates the tasks and responsibilities assigned to it to find a way to work more efficiently.
Prioritize the’ obtaining results
Accurate monitoring of its work schedule and the tasks carried out in the areas under its responsibility.
Make commitments and keep it
Understands the responsibilities and actions associated with the tasks assigned to it.
Knowing how to make decisions
Informs its line managers of dangerous situations or problems that may occur in the field or in offices.
Partnership
Linking and working together WFP units
Includes the organizational structure of the WFP, including the GOAL and mission of each unit.
Building strong partnerships with external actors
Helps the’ team to collaborate with WFP colleagues and partners in the field to achieve common goals.
Demonstrate political flexibility and’adaptability
Maintains professional and courteous relationships with other WFP employees and partners in the field.
Explain the value that’ brings to partnerships by WFP
Understands the role of his team in partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
- Completion of secondary education. Official driver training and driver’s license or valid driving certificate authorizing the use of the assigned vehicle in compliance with local regulations.
- At least 02 years of experience as a driver, preferably in an embassy, United Nations system organization or other international organization, and good driving history. Experience driving vehicles of different makes and models, including vans and other types of motorized vehicles.
- Desirable experience of preventive driving.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCES
- Knowledge of the rules and practices to be followed as a driver, roads/waterways and local conditions as well as safety issues.
- Knowledge of vehicle loading capacity and other parameters.
- Knowledge of the Highway Code/Navigation code.
- Knowledge of safety standards and equipment (extinguishers, floating safety accessories, etc.).
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
- Basic emergency assistance skills and knowledge of first aid.
- Knowledge of radio, e-mail, telephone and other applications, and ability to use these means of communication.
- Ability to assess the good mechanical condition of vehicles and to carry out small repairs.
- Ability to listen to service recipients and demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact.
OTHER SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Good written and oral communication from French.
- Having an advanced level of French (level C) is essential for the’ performance of its functions.
- Mastery of the’computer tool (MS Word, MS Excel, Internet, etc.) is essential.
Interested candidates are asked to submit their applications ONLY ONLINE
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS : 17 MARCH 2024
QUALIFIED FEMALE APPLICATIONS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED
WFP applies a zero-tolerance approach to’ with respect to behaviours such as fraud,’ sexual exploitation and abuse,’ abuse of power and discrimination. All selected applicants will be required to meet the standards of WFP conduct and will therefore be subject to rigorous background checks internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the’ verification exercise. False reporting of the information provided during the recruitment process may result in disqualification or dismissal.
WFP will not request any payment at any stage of the recruitment process, including at the’offer stage.
How to apply
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External link: https://career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=831813&company=C0000168410P