Driver at International Labour Organization

Job Description

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The only tripartite U.N. agency, since the ILO brings together governments, employers and workers of member States , to set labour standards, develop policies and devise programmes promoting decent work for all women and men.

Description of Duties

Drive office vehicles for official purposes. Meet official personnel at the airport and facilitate immigration and customs formalities. Collect and deliver mail, pouch, documents and other items. Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc., performing minor repairs and arranging for other repairs, and ensuring that the vehicle is kept clean. Keep records of use of vehicle, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing and other services. Ensure that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accident. Perform miscellaneous office support functions such as messenger services and making photocopies. Provide inter-office collection and delivery of mail, correspondence, files, documents and other material. Collect and deliver mail from the Post Office, pouch from the airport, documents and other items as and when required. Pack material received for dispatch, affix labels, insert material in envelopes and stamp outgoing mail. Provide logistical support with project workshops, seminars or training when required. Perform other related duties as required.

Required qualifications

Education

Primary education, valid driver’s licence, knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repairs.

Experience

Experience – Two years’ work experience as a driver, plus safe driving record.

Languages

Languages – Good knowledge of the local language and knowledge of English.

Competencies

Valid driver’s licence. Proven ability to keep accurate records of the use of vehicle. Proven ability to drive safely in local traffic conditions. Ability to follow instructions. Ability to undertake minor repair. Ability to lift and carry heavy mail bags and boxes. Ability to work in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner. Ability to travel to various districts’ field project sites if necessary Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes