UNITAMS will only accept properly completed and signed Personal History Form (P.11) received before closing date. Please submit your application on the attached P.11 ONLY, CV and Resume will not be considered nor will late submissions after closing date.

This vacancy is open for local recruitment for Sudanese nationals only.

UNITAMS will not provide accommodation and travel to locally recruited staff, including during the recruitment process.

UNITAMS is equal employer for men and women. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

This recruitment is subject to availability of funds in the 2021 budget

Under the general supervision of the dispatcher the Driver will be responsible for the following duties:

• Drive vehicles safely for the transport of authorized personnel and general cargo as required.
• Collect and delivers mail, documents, and other items.
• Meet official personnel at the airport.
• Deal effectively and tactfully with officials and visitors.
• Ensure that vehicles are kept clean. Perform daily check of oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc.; arrange for minor and major repairs when required.
• Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc.
• Ensure that the required steps as established by Transport and UN Security are taken in case of involvement in an accident. 
• Assist the workshop in the preparation of trucks for field trips, such as changing wheels, cleaning air filters, and general check-over.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education: Completion of high school diploma or equivalent. Possesses a valid driver’s license (category B&C)

Work Experience: A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience as a driver with a safe driving record. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, light passenger vehicles, sedans, heavy and light 4x4 sports utility vehicles (SUV's), ambulances and pick-up trucks, cargo and passenger van.

Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English and Arabic is required. Knowledge of other United Nations language is desirable.

UN CORE VALUES AND COMPETENCIES

Professionalism: Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.  Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors languages, tone, style, and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

ASSESSMENT

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Applicants must accurately complete and date the attached United Nations Personal History form (P.11) and forward the duly completed P.11 copy through: email to: unitamsrecruitment@un.org.    ONLY.
• ​Applicants should COPY  UNITAMS-JO-KHARTOUM-2021-IC03 – Driver in the SUBJECT line of the email when submitting their signed P.11 form to ensure that their application are received directly in the VA mail box. Incomplete P.11 will not be accepted.
• Please note that any information provided on the P.11 form will be considered binding.
• The selected candidates will be subject to a reference checks to verify the accuracy of the information provided in the P.11 form.
• Only applicants who are short-listed will receive instruction for further recruitment formalities.

Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

 Download UNITAMS P11 Supplementary Sheet