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Position Title : Driver

Duty Station : Kaiserslautern, Germany

Reference Code : VN-DE2-2023-25-EXT

Classification : General Service Staff, G2

Type of Appointment : One Year Fixed-Term Contract - (40hrs/week) with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 08 February 2024

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For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates. Second tier candidates include all external candidates.

Context:

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. As the leading international organization for migration, IOM acts with its partners in the international community to assist in meeting the growing operational challenges of migration management; advance understanding of migration issues; encourage social and economic development through migration and uphold the human dignity and well-being of migrants affected by the ongoing emergency.

IOM’s operations cover diverse thematic areas such as: Humanitarian Relief Assistance, Protection (including Gender based Violence and Child Protection), Shelter and Non-food items, Health and Psychosocial Support, Resettlement, and Movement Management.

Under the overall guidance of the Head of Office, the direct supervision of the Senior NFI Operation Associate, and in close cooperation with relevant units at Headquarters and the Country Office’s Senior Policy and Programme Officer, the incumbent will be responsible and accountable for the following:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

• Drive IOM vehicle(s) as assigned;
• Manage the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s) to ensure roadworthiness of the vehicles. This includes daily check of tires, brakes, engine oil, fan belt, etc.;
• Arrange for minor repairs and ensures that the vehicles are kept clean;
• Ensure that the vehicles undertake regular service intervals;
• Keep records of spare parts for vehicle(s) and conduct monthly inventory of the spare parts.
• Find the most direct and safe route over the best available roads to the destination;
• Ensure that the IOM vehicle(s) is used only for official/authorized business, as advised by the supervisor;
• Make sure that the daily log sheet is prepared, and a monthly report is prepared summarizing statistics linked to mileage, fuel consumption, etc. for the vehicle;

Keep a high degree of confidentiality and discreteness in discussions, which involves IOM and its officials. Take proper actions to reduce potential security threats to IOM officials and/or property within the immediate vicinity of the vehicle and along transport routes.

• Meet official personnel at the airport(s) and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required
• Collect and deliver mail, documents, pouches, and other communications/items from and to the country office; go to the post office, airport, government agencies, other UN agencies, institutions, project sites, etc., to take and deliver items and communications; keep records as required;
• When needed, assist the country office staff in performing simple clerical duties such as making and answering telephone calls, making photocopies, keeping records, etc.;
• Brief and train drivers in all the above duties and responsibilities; and,
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution, with at least two years of relevant working experience, preferably in similar roles ​

Valid national driver’s license

Bachelors’ degree from an accredited academic institution is an advantage.​

Experience

• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations in Germany.
• Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles
• Skills in minor vehicle repairs.

Skills

• Drives IOM vehicles in a safe manner consistent with local regulations
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with persons of diverse cultural and national backgrounds.

Languages

REQUIRED
For all applicants, fluency in English is required