DEP DRIVERS, Dar-Es-Salaam , Tanzania

DEP DRIVERS

Location :

Dar-Es-Salaam, TANZANIA

Application Deadline :

31-Oct-13

Additional Category

Democratic Governance

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Post Level :

SB-2

Languages Required :

English

Background

United Republic of Tanzania has held four credible general elections since the reintroduction of multi-party politics in 1992. Citizens and the government are eager to maintain this track record and to further strengthen democratic practice in Tanzania. Looking to the 2015 general election, government has undertaken early and comprehensive preparations for the electoral processes. Since receipt of official requests for UN assistance to the election cycle leading to the 2015 general election from the National Election Commission and Zanzibar Electoral Commission, a UN Needs Assessment Mission recommended the development of a project in support of the national efforts.

In addition, in 2014 the United Republic of Tanzania will likely conduct a first national referendum on a new constitution. The national EMBs and other stakeholders in preparing for these critical events have requested the support of UNDP to provide technical support to the preparation and execution of the referendum.

To these ends, the Democratic Empowerment Project (DEP) is a four year (2013-2016) UNDP, UN One Fund and other donor-funded project with the overall aim of contributing to Tanzania's UNDAP's Outcome 7: i.e. 'key institutions of democracy, (i.e. EMBs, etc.) effectively implement their election and political functions'. UN Women and UNESCO are implementing partners in a One UN Country Team context.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure provision of reliable and safe driving services by a) driving office vehicles for the transport of UNDP staff, other high-ranking officials and visitors, b) delivering and collecting of mail, documents and other items, and c) meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport including visa and customs formality arrangements when required.
• Ensure proper daily maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, checking tires, brakes, car washing, etc. Raise any concerns with the condition and roadworthiness of vehicle immediately to project management.
• Ensures cost-savings on proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.
• Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts. Ensures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.

Competencies

• Prior knowledge of the UN and UNDP administrative procedures preferable.
• Excellent familiarity of national driving rules and regulations.
• Skills in minor vehicle repair and mechanics.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Outstanding team-working, task management, and organizational skills.
• Flexibility, autonomy, integrity, reliability and dependability essential.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Willingness to work beyond normal office hours.
• Basic computer literacy and familiarity with office software an advantage.
• Willingness to travel frequently in Tanzania, including occasionally to remote locations.

Required Skills and Experience

• Completion of Secondary School education.
• Formal driving qualifications from a recognized transport institution.
• At least 5 years of experience as a professional driver.
• Holder of a valid Class 'C' driving licence for at least 5 years.
• Outstanding record of safe driving; strong orientation towards safety.
• Specific experience with UN or diplomatic organizations highly regarded.

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