Organization: WHO – World Health Organization
Location: Dhaka
Grade: Administrative support – GS-3, General Service – No need for Higher Education – Locally recruited position
Occupational Groups:
Administrative support
Logistics
Transport and Distribution
Closing Date: 2024-10-29
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
To provide support to the health sector of government of Bangladesh and WHO/UN in building sustainable capacity by providing safe and defensive driving transportation facilities by adhering of all the applicable rules and regulations including protocol assistance.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Under the overall guidance of Compliance Officer and direct supervision of Executive Assistant (Protocol and Travel) and fleet despatcher, the incumbent performs the following duties:1. Provides administrative support to the NPO Field Security Officer2. Assist NPO Field Security Officer in ensuring WCO drivers are trained and apply safe and defensive driving.3. Maintain required databases such as updated guidelines, measures, standards and polices, staff lists, etc.4. Applies knowledge of driving regulations, safety requirements, traffic conditions, and most desirable routes to minimize travel time; ensures that rules, regulations and local requirements are adhered to in the event of involvement in an accident; ensures safety of the vehicle and its contents when parked or left unattended;5. Delivers/ collects diplomatic pouches, including completion of basic custom formalities; carries sufficient amount of cash to be incurred for clearance of pouches and keeps records of the same. Delivers / collects mail, documents, good / supplies, parcels and any other items, between the Organization and identified locations / destinations.6. Is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and cleaning of the assigned vehicle(s), cheeks gasoline, oil, water, battery, brakes, signal lights, tyres, etc.; performs minor repairs or adjustments such as fixing punctures, replacing signal light / wiper blades, cleaning or replacing spark plugs and adjusting carburetor; logs trips, mileage, gasoline consumption, oil changes, greasing and other servicing; maintain petrol consumption records;7. Visits banks to withdraw / deposit cash / cheques and collects bank drafts for the Organization etc;8. Ensure all traffic rules are maintain and required steps are followed in case of involvement in accident;9. Drives office vehicles for the transportation of WR and other authorized personnel;10. Meets official protocol personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities as required; 11.Performs other duties as assigned including photocopying, collecting of documents, as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: Middle level education (at least eighth standard). Must hold a valid national ‘Professional’ driving license. Command in conversing in English
Desirable: Higher School Certificate, Knowledge of first aid training is desirable Safe/ defensive driving certification will be an asset. Formal certificate in vehicle maintenance; Computer certificate/knowledge on MS office will also be an asset.
Experience
Essential: Three years’ work experience as a driver with safe driving record.
Desirable:
Skills
Knowledge and ability to use internet to seek information on security update, traffic condition and safe driving.Trained in safe defensive driving and ability to train others.Must be in possession of a valid driving license; Must have provided evidence of good eye sight (vision); Sound knowledge of driving rules and regulations and security issues; Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor repairs of vehicles; Chauffeur’s courtesies; Knowledge of the topography of the duty station and the surrounding areas; Ability to read and write instructions and maps; Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment first aid desirable; Knowledge and ability to use radio, email, telephone and other applications; Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact.Having legal documents (National ID cards and Driving License) with no mismatch in names and date of birth.
WHO Competencies
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Knowing and managing yourself
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Bangla.
Desirable:
REMUNERATION
WHO offers staff in the General Services category an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at BDT 1,145,828 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.
In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.
The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int
An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.
WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.
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WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.
The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
Please note that WHO’s contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.
This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.
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