Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ghanaian Nationals for the post of Driver (General Service Category). Non Ghanaians will not be considered.

VN No.: VN-14-01
Post Level: GS-2
IMIS#:  5772
Type of Contract: Fixed-Term Appointment
Duration: 1 years (renewable)

Job Purpose:
Under the general supervision of the Administrative Assistant, the incumbent is to drive official vehicles and be responsible for vehicle maintenance, safety of passengers, road users and ensure the security of goods transported.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Drives office vehicles for transporting of authorized personnel and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items
•   Meets officials at the Airport and facilitate Immigration/Customs formalities
•   Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, checks oil, water, battery, brakes, tyres, etc., reports promptly to the Supervisor any defects/faults on the vehicle, performs minor repairs and arranges for other repairs and ensures that the vehicle is kept clean; ensures safety and custody of vehicles including tools, etc on it
•   Perform any other duties as required

Qualification Required & Experience

•   High School Diploma
•   Professional Driver's Licence
•   Knowledge of driving rules and regulations
•   Knowledge of auto mechanics as an asset

Work  Experience

•   Five years continuous safe driving as a professional driver

Language Proficiency:

•   Fluency in English required. Another UN language is an asset

Competency Profile:

i) Core Values (Required)

•   Commitment
•   Diversity and Inclusion
•   Integrity

ii) Core Competencies (Required):

•   Communication (I)
•   Working with People (I)
•   Drive for Results (I)

iii) Functional Competencies (Required):

•   Analysing (I)
•   Applying Technical Expertise (I)
•   Planning and Organising (I)

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

If you have experience working in a similar capacity and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children and match the profile outlines, send a brief application letter supported by detailed curriculum vitae, UN Personal History form (which can be downloaded from http://www.unicef.org/about/employ) and photocopies of other supporting documents to:

The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF
P. O. Box 5051
Accra-North

Closing Date: 18 March, 2014

QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

NOTE: UNICEF IS A SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT!!!!!!