II. Background and Organizational Context

The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) has been present in the Republic of Congo since October 23, 1976. Its aim is to support the country’s reconstruction and development efforts, and to promote sustainable development through strengthening institutional capacities, advisory services, solid and strategic partnerships thanks to its partner network in 177 countries. UNDP is the global development network available to the United Nations System. It forges partnerships at all levels of society to help build resilient nations, to achieve growth that improves the quality of life for everyone. UNDP provides a global perspective and local knowledge to serve people and nations.

To strengthen the administration-Operations support section of the office in order to respond to the numerous requests from its team, UNDP Congo has opened a position of Driver-mechanic, Grade GS2/ICS2.

III. Position Purpose

The Driver-Mechanic ensures the driving of customers to the requested destinations by ensuring the safety of passengers during their travels, the transport of envelopes, documents, packages within the allotted timeframes, and the daily maintenance of vehicles.

IV. Main tasks and responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Administration and Finance Manager, and under the direct supervision of the Logistics Assistant, the driver-mechanic is responsible for providing reliable and safe driving services for the office, while demonstrating great discretion, integrity and sense of responsibility, good knowledge of protocol principles and security issues. 

1- Ensure good driving of vehicles by placing emphasis on the following results:

• Drive assigned official vehicle, collect and distribute mail, documents and other items; 
• Carry out certain errands with local authorities and banks,
• Ensure the reception of official visitors (Consultants and Experts on mission) at the airport, and ensure their travel as part of their missions;

2- Maintain the vehicle in good condition with emphasis on the following results: 

• Ensure daily maintenance of the vehicle in his charge, check the oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc.…
• Record official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, in the Log-Book and keep the vehicle’s technical sheet up to date (the dates of technical inspection and insurance renewal); guarantor of the presence of the essential kit and spare parts on board the vehicle;
• Carry out small repairs in the event of a breakdown, make all arrangements for major repairs and ensure that the vehicle entrusted to him is kept clean;

3- Ensure good vehicle performance by placing emphasis on the following results:

• Ensure cost reductions through appropriate vehicle use through maintenance, daily logbook keeping and other useful arrangements;

4- Carry out other various tasks with an emphasis on the following results:

• Support the Administration in the certification of garage invoices as well as in the formulation of complaints relating to services deemed insufficient by the garage;
• Carry out any related task requested by their hierarchical superiors as part of the Office’s activities.

V. Required skills

Formation

• Secondary education level with practical experience in automobile mechanics
• Valid driving license required
• Good knowledge of driving rules

Experience, knowledge and skills

• Three (3) years of professional experience as a driver in a public, private, NGO, Project or United Nations agency;
• Fluency in French in all aspects (oral and written) is required;
• Working knowledge of English would be highly appreciated;
• Perfect command of local languages;
• Professional experience in the United Nations system will be considered an asset;
• Have the ability to work in a multicultural environment;
• Be able to work under stress in unstable situations 
• Be able to carry out small repairs and supervise major repairs in approved garages 
• Know how to handle confidential and sensitive matters responsibly;
• Demonstrate integrity in accordance with the values ​​and ethical standards of the UN;
• Demonstrate excellent knowledge of protocol (for drivers);
• Demonstrate excellent knowledge of safety issues (for drivers);
• Interact effectively both with colleagues, the hierarchical superior and with people with different cultures, good working relationships, while respecting diversity.

VI. Expected skills

a- Basic

Achieve results

LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work on time.

Innovation capacity

LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, solves problems pragmatically, makes improvements

Always learn

LEVEL 1: Open-minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback.

Act with determination

LEVEL 1: Demonstrates dynamism and motivation, able to express oneself calmly in the face of adversity, confident.

Get involved and partner

LEVEL 1: Shows compassion/understanding towards others, builds positive relationships

Foster diversity and inclusion

LEVEL 1: Appreciation/respect for differences, awareness of unconscious bias, fight against discrimination

b- Transversal and technical skills 

Satisfaction client 

• Strive to provide quality customer-focused services (internally and externally).

Learning

• Be motivated and demonstrate an ability to pursue personal development and learn.

Communication

• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and unambiguously through both written and verbal communication; adapt messages and choose communication methods according to the audience;
• Ability to manage internal and external communications, via media, social media and other appropriate channels.

Team work

• Be able to maintain working relationships in a team spirit;
• Ability to communicate and work under pressure and as part of a team in a multicultural environment.

Planning and Organization 

• Develops clear objectives that are compatible with agreed strategies;
• Identifies priority activities and tasks and modifies priorities as needed;
• Monitors execution of plans and actions as necessary and uses time efficiently.