Job Identification : 13944

Locations : Cox’s Bazaar, Bangladesh

Posting Date : 10/03/2023, 10:22 AM

Apply Before : 10/17/2023, 05:59 PM

Job Schedule : Full time

Agency : UNDP

Grade : SB1

Vacancy Type : Service Contract Holders

Practice Area : Management

Bureau : Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific

Contract Duration : 1 Year with Possibility for extension

Education & Work Experience : High School certificate – 5 year(s) experience

Required Languages : English

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.

The overall mandate of the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is to provide leadership, operational support and oversight of the security management system to enable the safest and most efficient conduct of the programmes and activities of the United Nations System in Bangladesh. UNDSS has it’s headquarter in New York and have operations in more than one hundred countries.

UNDSS Bangladesh is supporting the UN Agencies, Funds and Programmes in Bangladesh, through security advice and guidance so to enable the UN agencies to conduct their operations in the safest way possible as well as enabling the safety and security of UN staff and assets nation wide.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the guidance and supervision of the UNDSS Security Advisor and direct supervisor, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services to UNDSS team in Bangladesh. The Driver demonstrates a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, punctuality, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Summary of Key Functions:

•  Provision of reliable and secure driving services
•  Proper use of vehicle
•  Day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles in UNDSS fleet inventory.
•  Ensure availability of documents/ supplies in vehicles in fleet.
•  Ensures provision of reliable and secure driving services by a) driving office vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items as assigned and b) receiving / transporting official personnel and visitors at / to /from the airport.
•  Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle log of the utilized vehicle, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports. Assisting Admin focal point of UNDSS in regular checks of vehicles for damages, maintenance of vehicle logs.
•  Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc. Assisting Admin Focal Point of UNDSS in ensuring that timely servicing is carried out on all UNDSS assigned vehicles.
•  Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, necessary spare parts.
•  Ensures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.

Impact of the Result:

The key results have an impact on the accurate, safe and timely execution of services.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

•  Demonstrates commitment to UNDP & UNDSS’s mission, vision and values.
•  Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

Functional Competencies: Knowledge Management and Learning

•  Shares knowledge and experience.
•  Provides helpful feedback and advice to others in the office.
•  Remains ready to learn.

Development and Operational Effectiveness

•  Demonstrates excellent knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair.
•  Demonstrates excellent knowledge of protocol.
•  Demonstrates excellent knowledge of security issues.

Leadership and Self-Management

•  Remains neatly attired and well groomed.
•  Focuses on result for the client with emphasis on punctuality.
•  Remains available to be called upon to work in emergencies at any time and for driving to any part of the country if required, sometimes at very short notice.
•  Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
•  Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure.
•  Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of views.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

•  Secondary Education. Valid Driver’s license.

Experience:

•  5 years’ work experience as a driver; safe driving record;
•  Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair.
•  Defensive Driving Training skill is desirable.

Language:

•  Fluency in English and Bangla.

Disclaimer

Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders)

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

Applicant information about UNDP rosters

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

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Note: UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, ethnicity and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and people living with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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.