Senior Driver

Job Title: Senior Driver

Job Opening ID: 36412

Location: Bangkok (RB), Thailand

Salary Grade: G3

Hardship Level: A

Family Location Type: Family

Type of Contract: Fixed-Term Appointment

Contract Duration: One Year (initially)

Type of Advertisement:

This position is open to internal and external applicants.

Eligibility:**
Applicants should consult the Recruitment and Assignment of Locally Recruited Staff (RALS), UNHCR/AI/2020/1/ Rev. 2 dated 15 March 2021. If you have questions regarding your eligibility, you may also contact the HR Unit.

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

The Senior Driver mainly drives for the Head of Office and other high-ranking officials. The incumbent is normally supervised directly by the Administrative Officer/Associate/Assistant or other staff member when the scale of the operation so requires it. Besides driving, s/he is responsible for upkeep and maintenance of the assigned UNHCR vehicle(s) as per technical guidance and specifications established by the Organization. S/he is required to follow strict instructions and security guidance provided by the supervisor. While basic function of a Senior Driver is to drive the official vehicles of UNHCR, s/he may be called upon to perform minor maintenance and repair of UNHCR vehicles and may perform clerical, maintenance and other support services that deem necessary for office administration. S/he may as well provide interpretation services.

The Senior Driver has regular contacts with staff within the UNHCR Office and with others (including Partners, government authorities, etc.) outside UNHCR involving limited exchange of information.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR’s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Operational Context

In addition to the basic driving duties and responsibilities, the incumbent will be managing clerical tasks to support the administration team. The tasks include routine documents submission to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs together with a visa submission to various embassies for travelers on UNHCR official missions. The incumbent will regularly be in contact with Immigration Office to process a submission of stay permit and re-entry visa for UNHCR staff members and eligible dependents. S/he is expected to assist the admin team in registering official vehicles and international staff members personal vehicles including renewal of annual vehicle registration at the Department of Land Transport. S/he will coordinate with the admin colleagues in preparing VAT submission in the electronic platform and in disseminating VAT certificates to relevant suppliers. In addition, s/he will be responsible for entering vehicle data into Fleet wave application on a monthly basis.

Duties

• Drive UNHCR vehicle mainly for the Head of Office and other high-ranking officials.

• Drive UNHCR vehicles for the transport of authorized passengers, deliver and collect documents, and other items.

• Meet official personnel at airports or other locations and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required.

• Perform day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles; check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc. and ensure that the assigned UNHCR vehicles are road or waterway worthy and maintained up to the established security standards.

• Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs and ensure that the vehicle is kept clean.

• Ensure that the steps required by rules and regulations, or other local requirements, are taken in case of involvement in an accident.

• Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc. and prepare reports on usage as required.

• Ensures valid documentation for passengers, items or cargo in vehicle.

• In the absence of an interpreter, assist with basic interpretation services.

• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Professional Work Experience

Years of Experience / Degree Level

For G3D – 2 years relevant experience with Completion of Primary Education or High School Diploma or higher

Field(s) of Education

Not applicable.

(Field(s) of Education marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Certificates and/or Licenses

*Driving License;

Auto Mechanics Certificate;

(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Relevant Job Experience

Essential

Driving license, knowledge of driving rules and regulations.

Desirable

Not specified.

Functional Skills

* DV-Driving Rules and Regulations;

DV – Basic Vehicle Mechanical Skills;

(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements

Fluent in English and Thai

Competency Requirements

All jobs at UNHCR require six core competencies and may also require managerial competencies and/or cross-functional competencies. The six core competencies are listed below.

Core Competencies:

Accountability

Communication

Organizational Awareness

Teamwork & Collaboration

Commitment to Continuous Learning

Client & Result Orientation

Managerial Competencies:

Not applicable

Cross-Functional Competencies:

Technological Awareness

Analytical Thinking

Planning and Organizing

All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination, and abuse of power.

As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.

This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.

Remuneration:

A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, please visit the portal of the International Civil Service Commission at: http://icsc.un.org

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit for a written test and/or oral interview. UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing or any other fees).

UNHCR strongly encourages qualified female applicants for this position. UNHCR seeks to ensure that male and female employees are given equal career opportunities. UNHCR is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

Recruitment as a UNHCR staff member and engagement under a UNHCR affiliate scheme or as an intern is subject to proof of vaccination against Covid-19.

UNHCR has a zero-tolerance policy against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA). SEA is unacceptable behavior and prohibited conduct for UNHCR personnel. It constitutes acts of serious misconduct and is therefore grounds for disciplinary measures, including dismissal. Any concerns or suspicions about a possible case of SEA should be reported immediately to the Inspector General’s Office (IGO) at [email protected] or through the online complain form at https://www.unhcr.org/php/complaints.php or by confidential fax: +41 22 739 73 80

Application duration

Start Date: 28 April 2022

Closing Date: 11 May 2022