Driver(Port Sudan) – UNOPS
Job Description
| Organization | United Nations Office for Project Services |
| Job Title | Driver |
| Vacancy code | VA/2024/B5019/27777 |
| Department/office | GPO, NYPO, PSC, Sudan Project Unit |
| Duty station | Port Sudan, Sudan |
| Contract type | Local ICA Support |
| Contract level | LICA-2 |
| Duration | Ongoing, subject to organizational requirements and funds availability |
| Application period | 26-Mar-2024 to 09-Apr-2024 |
Background Information – PSC
Peace and Security ClusterThe UNOPS Peace and Security Centre (PSC) is a principal service provider in the field of mine action with the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), UNDP, UNICEF, Governments of mine-affected countries and other mine action partners. The Centre is responsible for administering, providing support and oversight of the day-to-day management of the Project Field offices, both according to the client requirements and in line with UNOPS rules and regulations. It is headed by the Centre Director who has the overall authority and accountability for the performance of the Peace and Security Centre on behalf of its clients.
Background Information – UNMAS
Established in 1997 by the General Assembly, the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) serves as the United Nations focal point for mine action and supports its vision of “a world free of the threat of landmines and unexploded ordnance, where individuals and communities live in a safe environment conducive to development, and where mine survivors are fully integrated into their societies.”
UNMAS coordinates and collaborates with fourteen UN departments, agencies, programs and funds to ensure an effective, proactive and coordinated response to the problems of landmines and explosive remnants of war, including cluster munitions.
UNMAS establishes, manages, and provides strategic direction to mine-action coordination centers in countries and territories as part of peacekeeping operations and humanitarian emergencies or crises. In these situations, UNMAS may plan and carry out mine-action projects, support and coordinate the work of local and international mine-action service providers, and set priorities for mine clearance, mine-risk education and all other aspects of mine action.
Background Information – Job-specific
The UNMAS Sudan office is based in Port Sudan and works closely with the Government of Sudan and international partners to reduce the impact of explosive hazards on the civilian population. UNMAS Sudan’s main activities include land release, risk education (RE) and victim assistance (VA) in areas affected by explosive ordnance. Currently, South Kordofan, Blue Nile and West Kordofan are affected by mines and ERW while 5 Darfur states are believed to contain ERW only. UNMAS also provides technical advice and training for Sudan National Mine Action Centre (NMAC) and national mine action NGOs to improve national mine action capacity.
Functional Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Support Service Senior Associate, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services and clerical support ensuring high accuracy of work. The Driver demonstrates a client-oriented approach, a high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
The Driver provides driving services to the staff in the office, Consultants and Experts and UNOPS staff on mission. The incumbent will also provide clerical support services inside and outside the office.
The incumbent of this post is responsible for the following duties:
- Ensures the 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.
- Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, and provision of inputs for the preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.
- 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, and brakes, and ensuring that the vehicle is kept clean.
- Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, waiver form, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, fuel logs and necessary spare parts.
- Ensures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.
- Keep accurate records of trips, mileage, and fuel consumption.
- Coordinates with suppliers for generator maintenance, fueling, and servicing while ensuring compliance, record-keeping, and efficient collaboration with the logistics team.
- Delivering mail and documents to UN agencies, embassies, and other organizations, as well as handling office documents for protocol clearance and assisting with clerical work.
- Collects documents for the UNOPS-PSC office and expedites staff visa and customs formalities when necessary, while performing other administrative tasks as assigned.
* CANDIDATES WITH NO UN OR UNOPS EXPERIENCE ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!
* QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education
- Secondary Diploma (High School diploma or equivalent) is required with 2 years of relevant experience
- First-level university (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) is desired
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) is desired
- A Technical Diploma in Automotive is desired
Experience
- A minimum of two (2) years of working as a driver of civilian vehicles is required.
- Experience and knowledge of local driving rules and regulations is required.
- Experience in minor vehicle repair and maintenance is desired
Certifications
- A valid driver’s license type “General” is required.
Language Requirement:
- Fluency in writing, reading and oral English is required.
- Fluency in writing, reading and oral Arabic is required.
Competencies
 | Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. |
 | Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. |
 | Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). |
 | Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. |
 | Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. |
 | Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. |
 | Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. |
Contract type, level and duration
- Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA)
- Contract level: ICS-2 (LICA-2)
- Contract duration: Open-ended (subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance)
For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx
Additional Information
- Please note that the closing date is midnight Port Sudan time.
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
- Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Qualified candidates without UN experience are encouraged to apply.
- UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
- The incumbent is responsible for abiding by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and the of UNOPS.
- It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.
- Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.
Background Information – Job-specific
Background Information – UNOPS
UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world.
Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement sustainably and efficiently.
Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.
With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.
A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners’ needs while offering the benefits of economies of scale.
