Driver, Transportation & Logistics, Transportation

Location: Damascus

Org. Setting and reporting

This position is located at ohchr syria country office, damascus. Incumbent reports administratively to the representative of the ohchr syria country office.

Responsibilities

Within limits of delegated authority and depending on location, a driver at this level may be responsible for the following duties:
• drives vehicles safely for the transport of authorized personnel and, the transport of general cargo goods and or specialized hazardous good vehicles.
• makes regular deliveries of parcels, documents, etc., between the un offices and other offices and institutions, e.g. Ministries, embassies, permanent missions, etc.
• makes minor purchases and collect urgent purchases from local suppliers as requested. Collect goods from the customs with due regard to customs regulations and formalities. May make or collect payment for goods.
• meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities as required.
• deals effectively and tactfully with officials and visitors.
• takes care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tries, etc.; perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs and ensures that the vehicle is kept clean.
• logs official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc.
• ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident.
• applies good judgment in the context of assignments given.
• assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.
• assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.
• seeks mops, security clearances and stays up to date to security advisories as required.
• performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

* professionalism: knowledge of driving rules and regulations. Knowledge of the area and the current condition of roads and highways, security and safety awareness; familiarity with frequently traveled routes and routines of the more senior staff or the officers. 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. Able to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.

• planning& organizing: develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent. Driver training with a valid driver's license.

Job - specific qualification

A valid driver's license is required.

Work experience

A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a driver with a safe driving records is required. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans and other kinds of motorized vehicles is required. Experience working…