DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

11 December 2024-23:59-GMT+04:00 Gulf Standard Time (Dubai)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP’s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.

WHY JOIN WFP?

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

GENERAL CONDITIONS

This vacancy announcement is not related to a current open position. It will provide MSDF with a roster of qualified candidates who wish to express their interest in future opportunities as a Driver Trainer. All applications received will be reviewed and will be subject to a selection process to assess the relevant experience and qualifications of the candidates. Candidates who meet the selection criteria will be contacted later to confirm their interest and availability.

Please visit the following website: www.wfp.org for detailed information on WFP operations.

JOB TITLE: Driver Trainer

TYPE OF CONTRACT: Consultant (When Actually Employed, WAE)

UNIT/DIVISION: Management Services Division, Fleet Centre (MSDF)

DUTY STATION (City, Country): Home based/Remote (Travel to training locations from home)

DURATION: Up to 11 months

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the leading humanitarian organization saving lives and changing lives, delivering food assistance in emergencies, and working with communities in over 80 countries to improve nutrition and build resilience. To support this mission, WFP Fleet Centre in Dubai is mandated to centrally manage WFP’s light and armoured vehicle fleet leasing, fleet management and systems support, insurance cover, vehicle disposal, and advanced driver training and fleet management related training services, to enable effective, safe, and efficient fleets in all WFP offices globally. Fleet Centre is also increasingly collaborating with other UN agencies in the provision of leasing services and related fleet management and training services.

The WFP Fleet Centre (MSDF) Driver Trainers are recruited on When Actually Employed (WAE) consultancy contracts, with travel required to Country Offices to deliver training on an as-required basis, requiring a flexible and adaptable colleague. As Fleet Centre ambassadors in the field, the Driver Trainers contribute towards effective, safe, and efficient fleets, promoting best practices in all aspects related to training and driver development. WFP Driver Trainers are expected to always maintain the highest professional standards, working to continually improve fleet-related safety throughout WFP’s global operations. All trainers undergo an induction programme at the Fleet Centre. The Driver Trainer reports to the WFP Fleet Centre Head of Technical Operations or delegate.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:

Depending on the specific TORs for the mission, the consultant will be expected to

Deliver Fleet Centre’s (classroom, online and vehicle-based) driver training syllabi in global locations to help ensure the safe and secure operation of light and/or armoured vehicles in humanitarian emergency response environments. Assess driver trainee learning and skills, providing recommendations and reports on the same. Contribute to the continuous improvement of training and assessment materials as directed by the Training Manager. Other related duties may be required.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:

Each contract will include TORs and specific deliverables, as well as the number of days dedicated to the mission.

Consultant level 1:

• Delivery of highest quality, customer-focused learning
• Completion of required post-training documentation and reports (including driver assessments and recommendation reports)
• Contributes recommendations for improvements

Consultant level 2:

• Proven ability to act as Lead Trainer (when in teams of more than 1 trainer)
• Responsible for ensuring effective organization with relevant stakeholders
• Oversees the delivery of the highest quality, customer-focused learning
• Oversees the submission of required post-training documentation and reports (including driver assessments and recommendation reports)
• Proactively engages with management on wider training improvements

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience
• Relevant experience includes direct training delivery experience (vehicle and classroom-based training) through instruction and/coaching in contexts like WFP operations.
• Experience in the tactical use of armoured vehicles (AV). (Applicable for AV related training roles only).
• Experience in 4X4 off-road training (e.g., route planning, recovery, vehicle preparation) is desirable.
• Technical/mechanical knowledge of vehicles, including driver aids (desirable).

Consultant Level 1:Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience.

Consultant Level 2:Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.

Academic Qualifications / Licenses:
• Higher education.
• Internationally recognized driver training qualification (desirable).
• Recognized coaching and mentoring, or adult learning vocational qualification (desirable).
• Valid driving licence specific to the vehicles subject to training. For AVs, EU Class C or equivalent.

Interpersonal Skills & Other Requirements:
• Good communication skills with the ability to engage respectfully with culturally diverse colleagues at all levels of hierarchy
• Displays maturity and ability to remain polite and professional, whilst maintaining a high level of customer service
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines in fragile and potentially hostile environments
• An effective and collaborative team member
• Demonstrates professional pride and integrity, with an excellent attitude to work
• Self–motivated, extremely reliable; proven ability to make sound judgment calls
• Proven ability to champion and promote best practice processes and procedures
• Excellent health
• Flexible on availability to suit the needs of complex WFP/UN operations; the flexibility to travel on short notice

Languages:
• Fluency (level C) in the English language – written, spoken, and oral comprehension.
• Fluency in a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or WFP’s working language, Portuguese.

WHY WORK WITH WFP?

This is an opportunity for exciting and challenging assignments throughout WFP’s global operations, delivery of mandatory training of the highest relevance to safety, security, and duty of care.

WFP offers:

▶️ Meaningful and impactful careers: making a difference in the lives of the people WFP serves

▶️Continuous learning and training: providing opportunities for numerous learning tools to continually enhance our colleagues’ skillsets

▶️ Multicultural and stimulating work environment: gender and cultural diversity to make our teams stronger

Join us to make a difference, watch this video to learn more about WFP!

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at global.inclusion@wfp.org. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
• Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements