DRIVER –
(OPEN TO TANZANIAN NATIONALS ONLY)
(OPEN TO TANZANIAN NATIONALS ONLY)
Location : Zanzibar, TANZANIA
Application
Deadline : 22-Nov-13
Deadline : 22-Nov-13
Additional
Category: Management
Category: Management
Type of
Contract : Service Contract
Contract : Service Contract
Post Level :
SB-2
SB-2
Starting
Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to
start) 06-Jan-2014
Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to
start) 06-Jan-2014
Duration of
Initial Contract : 12 months
Initial Contract : 12 months
Expected
Duration of Assignment : 12 months
Duration of Assignment : 12 months
Background
Tanzania has
held four credible general elections since the reintroduction of multi-party
politics in 1992. Citizens and the government are eager to maintain this track
record and to further strengthen democratic practice in Tanzania. Looking to
the 2015 general election, government has undertaken early and comprehensive
preparations for the electoral processes. Since receipt of official requests
for UN assistance to the election cycle leading to the 2015 general election
from the National Election Commission and Zanzibar Electoral Commission, a UN
Needs Assessment Mission recommended the development of a project in support of
the national efforts.
held four credible general elections since the reintroduction of multi-party
politics in 1992. Citizens and the government are eager to maintain this track
record and to further strengthen democratic practice in Tanzania. Looking to
the 2015 general election, government has undertaken early and comprehensive
preparations for the electoral processes. Since receipt of official requests
for UN assistance to the election cycle leading to the 2015 general election
from the National Election Commission and Zanzibar Electoral Commission, a UN
Needs Assessment Mission recommended the development of a project in support of
the national efforts.
In addition,
in 2014 the United Republic of Tanzania will likely conduct a first national
referendum on a new constitution. The national EMBs and other stakeholders in
preparing for these critical events have requested the support of UNDP to
provide technical support to the preparation and execution of the referendum.
in 2014 the United Republic of Tanzania will likely conduct a first national
referendum on a new constitution. The national EMBs and other stakeholders in
preparing for these critical events have requested the support of UNDP to
provide technical support to the preparation and execution of the referendum.
To these
ends, the Democratic Empowerment Project (DEP) is a four year (2013-2016) UNDP,
UN One Fund and other donor-funded project with the overall aim of contributing
to Tanzania’s UNDAP’s Outcome 7: i.e. ‘key institutions of democracy, (i.e.
EMBs, etc.) effectively implement their election and political functions’. UN
Women and UNESCO are implementing partners in a One UN Country Team context.
ends, the Democratic Empowerment Project (DEP) is a four year (2013-2016) UNDP,
UN One Fund and other donor-funded project with the overall aim of contributing
to Tanzania’s UNDAP’s Outcome 7: i.e. ‘key institutions of democracy, (i.e.
EMBs, etc.) effectively implement their election and political functions’. UN
Women and UNESCO are implementing partners in a One UN Country Team context.
Project
Objectives
Objectives
- The DEP seeks to promote democracy and
contribute to the realization of the following four objectives: - Capacity of the key democratic institutions
(EMBs, CRC, RPP, etc.) enhanced to support and promote legal and
institutional reform in the context of the on-going constitutional reform
process and beyond; - Capacity of the EMBs to conduct credible
elections enhanced through strategic, technical and operational support and
improved EMB engagement with stakeholders (i.e. political parties, CSOs,
and the media) to foster a democratic environment; - Inclusive participation in elections and
politics enhanced through the empowerment of women, youth and PWDs; and - National peace infrastructure enhanced to
mitigate and prevent election-related conflicts, including violence
against women in elections.
Project
Management
Management
The DEP
project will be executed directly by UNDP and implemented under the overall
guiding principle of national ownership and leadership in the electoral
process. The international assistance provided should be considered as an
extension of, and a complement to, national resources and is intended to
support national management and coordination structures.
project will be executed directly by UNDP and implemented under the overall
guiding principle of national ownership and leadership in the electoral
process. The international assistance provided should be considered as an
extension of, and a complement to, national resources and is intended to
support national management and coordination structures.
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure
provision of reliable and safe driving services by:
provision of reliable and safe driving services by:
- Driving office vehicles for the transport of
UNDP staff, other high-ranking officials and visitors; - Delivering and collecting of mail, documents
and other items; - Meeting official personnel and visitors at the
airport including visa and customs formality arrangements when required.
Ensure
proper daily maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs,
arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, checking tires, brakes,
car washing, etc. Raise any concerns with the condition and roadworthiness of
vehicle immediately to project management.
proper daily maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs,
arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, checking tires, brakes,
car washing, etc. Raise any concerns with the condition and roadworthiness of
vehicle immediately to project management.
Ensures
cost-savings on proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance of daily
vehicle logs, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance
plans and reports.
cost-savings on proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance of daily
vehicle logs, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance
plans and reports.
Ensures
availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle
insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid
kit, and necessary spare parts. Ensures that all immediate actions required by
rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.
availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle
insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid
kit, and necessary spare parts. Ensures that all immediate actions required by
rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.
Competencies
Functional
competencies:
competencies:
- Ability to perform a variety of repetitive and
routine tasks and duties; - Ability to review data, identify and adjust
discrepancies; - Ability to handle a large volume of work
possibly under time constraints; - Good knowledge of administrative rules and
regulations; - Ability to operate and maintain a variety of
computerized business machines and office equipment in order to provide
efficient delivery of service; - Ability to organize and complete multiple
tasks by establishing priorities; - Demonstrates excellent knowledge of driving
rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair; - Demonstrates excellent knowledge of protocol,
representational/diplomatic driving; - Demonstrates excellent knowledge of security
issues including security driving skills; - Excellent interpersonal and communication
skills; - Outstanding team-working, task management, and
organizational skills; - Flexibility, autonomy, integrity, reliability
and dependability essential; - Ability to remain calm in stressful
situations.
Corporate
competencies:
competencies:
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race,
nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability; - Highest standards of integrity, discretion and
loyalty.
Required
Skills and Experience
Skills and Experience
Education:
- Completion of Secondary School education;
- Formal driving qualifications from a
recognized transport institution.
Experience:
- At least 5 years of experience as a
professional driver; - Holder of a valid Class ‘C’ driving licence
for at least 5 years; - Outstanding record of safe driving; strong
orientation towards safety; - Specific experience with UN or diplomatic
organizations highly regarded; - Prior knowledge of the UN and UNDP
administrative procedures preferable; - Excellent familiarity of national driving
rules and regulations; - Experience in minor vehicle repair and mechanics;
- Basic computer literacy and familiarity with
office software an advantage.
Language:
- Fluent written and spoken English and
Kiswahili essential.
Other:
- Willingness to travel frequently in everywhere
in Zanzibar; - Willingness to work beyond normal office
hours.
UNDP is
committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and
culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with
disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated
with the strictest confidence.
committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and
culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with
disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated
with the strictest confidence.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are required to follow the link below to apply
