Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)

A (least hardship)

Family

UNOPS LICA3

2024-10-01

October 2, 2024

Operational Context

UNHCR CO Office Brazil oversees the operations in the country. It is composed of a CO Office in Brasilia, a Sub office in Boa Vista-Roraima, a field office in Sao Paulo and Manaus, and a field unit in Belem. The Senior driver will work at CO Brasília and will be supervised by the Finance associate. The admin unit comprises 8 staff located in Brasilia. Although not performing supervising roles, the incumbent of the position is requested to exercise teamwork while exercising his/her duties. The incumbent of this position will be asked to carry out regular day to day administrative tasks, such as receptionist duties, travel related processes, entering requisitions in Cloud ERP System, process of invoices and other admin related duties.

Desirable Attributes/Profile Statements include:

• Experience with UNHCR or other UN experience will be an advantage.
• Good communication skills.
• Logistic and reception services experience will be an advantage.
• Spanish language is desirable.
• Experience with protocol services.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Eligibility:

This position is advertised to internal and external applicants. Candidates must be legally present in Brazil at the time of application, recruitment and hire. Only Brazilian citizens or candidates legally present in Brazil will be considered eligible.

Only short-listed candidates will be notified. The recruitment process might include written test and/or oral interview for this job opening. No late applications will be accepted.

Remuneration:

UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees).

A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered depending on relevant experience as per the requirements of the job advertisement.

Language requirements:

Fluency in Portuguese and Working Knowledge of English are essential.

Working knowledge in Spanish is desirable.

Contract duration: until 31st December 2024.

Applications:

All applications must be submitted online in Workday. Email applications will not be accepted. Incomplete and late applications will not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates might be required to sit for a written test and/or oral interview.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted based on the information submitted during the application. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

UNHCR is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, sexual orientation, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. UNHCR seeks to ensure that male and female employees are given equal career opportunities. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

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 inspector@unhcr.org or through the online complain form at https://www.unhcr.org/php/complaints.php or by confidential fax: +41 22 739 73 80.

Standard Job Description

Senior Driver

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
The Senior Driver is responsible for driving the High Commissioner (HC) and, when requested the Deputy High Commissioner (DHC) and Assistant High Commissioner (AHC) or other high-ranking officials. At this grade level the position only exists in Geneva. S/he is responsible for up keep and maintenance of the assigned UNHCR vehicle(s) as per technical guidance and specifications established by the organisation. S/he is required to follow strict instructions and security guidance provided by the supervisor. The incumbent may be called upon to perform minor maintenance and repair of UNHCR vehicles and may perform clerical and other support services that deem necessary for the Executive Office.

The Senior Driver has regular contacts with staff within the UNHCR Office and with others 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.

Duties
– Drive the HC, and when requested the DHC and AHC, or other high-ranking officials to all the meetings and official functions including weekends and holidays. Take and pick-up the HC from the airport or train station.
– Perform day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s); check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc. and ensure that the assigned UNHCR vehicle(s) is road worthy and maintained up to the established security standards.
– Deliver and collect documents and other items from UN agencies, permanent missions and within UNHCR.
– Ensure that the steps required by rules and regulations, or local requirements, are taken in case of involvement in an accident.

– Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).
– Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Years of Experience / Degree Level
For G4 – 1 year relevant experience with High School Diploma; or Bachelor or equivalent or higher

Field(s) of Education
Not applicable.

Certificates and/or Licenses
*Driving License
Auto Mechanics Certificate
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Relevant Job Experience
Essential
Driving licence, knowledge of driving rules and regulations.

Desirable
Not specified.

Functional Skills
CO-Cross-cultural communication
*DV-Driving Rules and Regulations
DV – Basic Vehicle Mechanical Skills
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

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.

Required Languages

Portuguese

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English

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Desired Languages

Spanish

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Additional Qualifications

Skills

CO-Cross-cultural communication, DV – Basic Vehicle Mechanical Skills, DV-Driving Rules and Regulations

Education

Certifications

Auto Mechanics Certificate – Other, Driving License – Other

Other information

This position doesn’t require a functional clearance

Home-Based

No