Organization: UNDP – United Nations Development Programme
Location: Cox’s Bazaar
Grade: Administrative support – NPSA-1, National Personnel Services Agreement
Occupational Groups:
Administrative support
Logistics
Security and Safety
Transport and Distribution
Closing Date: 2024-10-08
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.
The overall mandate of the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is to provide leadership, operational support and oversight of the security management system to enable the safest and most efficient conduct of the programmes and activities of the United Nations System.
UNDSS has it’s headquarter in New York and have operations in more than one hundred countries.
UNDSS Bangladesh is supporting the UN Agencies, Funds and Programmes in Bangladesh, through security advice and guidance so to enable the UN agencies to conduct their operations in the safest way possible as well as enabling the safety and security of UN staff and assets nationwide..
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:
Provision of reliable and secure driving services
Proper use of vehicle
Day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles in UNDSS fleet inventory.
Ensure availability of documents/ supplies in vehicles in fleet.
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 as assigned and b) receiving / transporting official personnel and visitors at / to /from the airport.
Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle log of the utilized vehicle, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports. Assisting Admin focal point of UNDSS in regular checks of vehicles for damages, maintenance of vehicle logs.
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. Assisting Admin Focal Point of UNDSS in ensuring that timely servicing is carried out on all UNDSS assigned vehicles.
Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, necessary spare parts.
Ensures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.
Institutional Arrangement
Under the guidance and supervision of the UNDSS Security Advisor and direct supervisor, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services to UNDSS team in Bangladesh. The Driver demonstrates a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, punctuality, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
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
Thematic Area Name Definition
Ethics UN policy knowledge – ethics Ethics UN policy knowledge – ethics Knowledge and understanding of the UN Staff Regulations and Rules and other policies relating to ethics and integrity
General (across the functions) Driving vehicle & administration Ability to perform vehicle driving functions. Ability to apply knowledge of various administrative rules and regulations. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenge.
Administration & Operations Vehicle management Knowledge of policy & procedures on fleet management
Customer Satisfaction/Client Management Customer Satisfaction/Client Management Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers’ needs. Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ideas to add value beyond clients’ immediate requests. Ability to anticipate client’s upcoming needs and concerns.
Business Development Knowledge Generation Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context, orresponsive to a stated need.
Business Management Client Management Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely andquality results and/or solutions to fulfill and understand thereal customers’ needs.
Ethics Operations Management Ability to effectively plan, organize, and oversee the Organization’s business processes in order toconvert its assets into the best results in the most efficient manner.Knowledge of relevant concepts and mechanisms.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Completion of secondary education.
Experience:
A minimum 2 years of relevant work experience.
Required skills:
Minimum of two years work experience as a professional driver; safe driving record.
Knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
Basic elementary knowledge of motor machines and a valid driver’s license.
Be able to do minor repairs, particularly on common issues related to vehicle breakdown during road trips.
Desired additional skills:
Experience in emergencies and security a definite advantage.
Previous working experience with a UN agency an asset.
Experiences working with National and or international Projects is desirable.
Experience in Defensive driving training is desirable.
One-year driving experience in Cox’s Bazar area including Camps is desirable.
Experience in driving to the district and Upazila level in Bangladesh.
Required Language(s):
Fluency in written and spoken English and Bangla is required.
Disclaimer
Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders)
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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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.