Background
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
<UNDP Pakistan is an important partner of the Government of Pakistan for achieving national development goals and international commitments. Through extensive networking within the international development community, UNDP endeavors to bring global experience to the doorstep pf Pakistani policy makers at all levels. Resources of priority and innovation interventions are mobilized from a gradually diversification group of partners, including donors, NGOs, private sector and local communities.
In Pakistan, UNDP started in February 1960 as United Nations Special Fund to promote social progress and better standards of life and advance the economic, social, and technical development of Pakistan. UNDP, as we know it now was established in 1965 by General Assembly of United Nations.
Since then, UNDP has supported the successive national and provincial governments in Pakistan in formulation of national strategies and policies, capacity building of institutions, community mobilization, early recovery from disasters and internal displacement, poverty reduction, gender mainstreaming, environmental management, climate change management, restoration and preservation of natural habitats, income generation policies and empowerment of legislatures and parliament.>
Duties and Responsibilities
I. Ensures provision of reliable and secure driving services by a) driving office vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items and b) meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport, visa and customs formalities arrangement when required.
II. Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance, fuel efficient driving, maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.
III. Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc.
IV. 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.
V. Ensures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.
VI. Timely Updating of Vehicle Management Software and submission of Cost recovery data to Transport Supervisor on Quarterly Basis.
VII. Must ensure MOSS compliance of all assigned vehicles.
VIII. Perform other duties within incumbent’s functional profile as assigned and deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the office and Organization
Institutional Arrangement
Under the direct supervision of the Administrative Associate, Common Services, UNDP Peshawar Sub-Office, overall supervision of the Head, UNDP Peshawar Sub-office, and the technical guidance of the Fleet Supervisor, UNDP Pakistan, the Driver will provide support to office operations performing a variety of standard administrative processes ensuring high quality and accuracy of work. The Driver promotes a client, quality and results-oriented approach.
The incumbent of the position will uphold the non-discriminatory behavior and ensure that:
- Human rights and gender equality is prioritized as an ethical principle within all actions;
- Activities are designed and implemented in accordance with “Social and Environmental Standards of UNDP”;
- Any kind of diversities based on ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, class, gender are respected within all implementations including data production;
- Differentiated needs of women and men are considered;
- Inclusive approach is reflected within all actions and implementations, in that sense an enabling and accessible setup in various senses such as disability gender language barrier is created.
Competencies
| Core |
| Achieve Results: |
LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline |
| Think Innovatively: |
LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements |
| Learn Continuously: |
LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback |
| Adapt with Agility: |
LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible |
| Act with Determination: |
LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident |
| Engage and Partner: |
LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships |
| Enable Diversity and Inclusion: |
LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination |
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
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Thematic Area |
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Definition |
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Administration & Operations |
Vehicle management |
Knowledge of policy and procedures on fleet management |
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Business Management |
Communication |
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels |
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Ethics |
UN Policy Ethics |
Knowledge and understanding of the UN staff regulations and rules and other policies relating to
ethics and integrity. |
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Business Development |
Knowledge Generation |
Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a
stated need |
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Minimum Qualifications of the Successful NPSA
| Min. Academic Education |
- Secondary Education with a valid driver’s license.
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| Min. years of relevant Work experience |
- Minimum of 2 years (with high school diploma) of relevant work experience as a driver with a safe driving records in a multinational/ international organization record is required.
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| Desired additional skills and competencies |
- UN Experience would be an asset.
- Experience of driving armored vehicle is an asset.
- Experience with international or high-level missions is highly desirable.
- Experience in operating VHF will be preferred.
- Experience in minor vehicle repair.
- Experience in gender sensitivity and promotes gender equality in all aspects of work is desired.
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| Required Language(s) (at working level) |
- Fluency in spoken and written Urdu required.
- Moderate/intermediate knowledge of spoken English required.
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| Professional Certificates |
N/A |
Travel:
Official travel including field missions is an integrated part of performing the functions.
Disclaimer
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
Applicant information about UNDP rosters
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
Non-discrimination
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
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