UNESCO CAIRO OFFICE ONLY CANDIDATES RESIDENT AND ENTITLED TO WORK IN EGYPT MAY APPLY FOR THIS POST Vacancy Notice No: CAI/ADM/HRM/32/18 Date Issue: 7 February 2018 Original Published Date: 7 Feb. 2018 Closing Date: 21 February 2018 Post Title: Driver Domain: ADM Post No: Service Contract/ CAI/ADM/HRM/32/18 Grade: SB-1 Organizational Unit: UNESCO Cairo Office AO Unit Duty Station: Cairo, Egypt Recruitment open to: Internal and external candidates, resident and entitled to work in Egypt Type of contract: Service Contract; Deadline (midnight Cairo Time) 21 February 2018 This post is for 10 months service contract appointment with a probation period during the first month. OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST (Main Responsibilities): The incumbent is responsible for providing a range of administrative support activities to the UNESCO office. He is under the overall supervision of the Administrative Officer. He should possess solid knowledge on UNESCO policy, Rules and Regulations referring to Security matters as well as Code of Ethical norms applied within UN organization. He will receive policy guidance/instructions from the Cairo Office Director. 1. Drives the UNESCO staff, officials, visitors and authorized personnel using official/project vehicles. Ensures provision of reliable and safe driving services. Meets official personnel and visitors at the airport and, when required, facilitates basic visa and customs formalities. When necessary, translates in local language for the Director of the Office and/or official personnel using the vehicle. Drives vehicle on field trips as required. 2. Ensures cost-savings through proper day-to-day use of the assigned vehicle and accurate day-today maintenance of the assigned vehicle through daily vehicle logs, timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes and water levels and car washing so that the vehicle is kept clean and in good running condition at all times. Provides inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports, etc. Arranges for the vehicle to be inspected and repaired at the officially designated workshop; checks the vehicle prior to and after the workshop visit. UNESCO Cairo Office/ADVERTISED VN No: ADM/HRM/32/18
3. Ensures availibility of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle registration, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle; keeps track of insurance and other tax formalities. Ensures timely, accurate and correct reporting of accidents. Assists on installations and use of the HF, VHF radio and satellite phone in the vehicle. 4. Delivers and collects mail and documents and other items as required. When not driving, may perform other duties, such as photocopying, binding, assisting with filing, paying some office bills etc. 5. Additional activities that may be required to ensure the success of the work team. Education: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Completion of secondary school education. Formal drivers training with a valid driver s license/certification to operate assigned vehicle following Egyptian rules and regulations. Work Experience: Two or more years of work experience as a driver, preferably in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a demonstrated safe driving record. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans, trucks and other kinds of motorized vehicles. Experience in defensive driving is desirable. Skills/Competencies: Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, local roads/waterways and conditions, and security issues. Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (e.g. fire extinguishers, buoyant wearable safety devices, etc.). Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Basic skills to assist in case of emergency, knowledge of first aid basic methods. Knowledge and ability to use radio, email, telephone and other applications. Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor vehicle repairs. Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact. Languages: Fluency in Arabic and English language. Knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage. BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS UNESCO s salaries are paid in local currency starting from EGP 4500 and are exempt of income tax. In addition, UNESCO offers an attractive benefits package including 30 days annual vacation as well as medical insurance and pension plan. UNESCO Cairo Office/ADVERTISED VN No: ADM/HRM/32/18
How to apply: UNESCO staff members as well as other candidates should submit their motivation letter (indicating the special interest in this particular position), CV (in the UNESCO CV standard format attached) and two references to the address CAIRO@UNESCO.ORG Please clearly indicate in the subject line of your application message the post title and post number. Application with no such indication in the subject line or CV not provided in the UNESCO CV standard form (attached) will not be considered. Please note that only pre-selected candidates will be contacted. A Driving test may be used in the evaluation of candidates. UNESCO Cairo Office/ADVERTISED VN No: ADM/HRM/32/18
Form HR 5-1 (September 2010) RecrutWeb - Curriculum Vitae Family name: Address: First name(s): City: Private : Name at birth: Postal code: Work : Marital status: Country: Mobile : Gender: Date of birth: Present nationalities: Nationality at birth: Place and Country of birth: Legal steps: LANGUAGE & COMPUTER SKILLS Speak Write Read Understand English Arabic Chinese Spanish French Russian Principal lang. Database Internet/Mail Presentation tools Spreadsheet Text processing SECONDARY EDUCATION OR EQUIVALENT Title: Obtained in: Country: - 1 -
Form HR 5-8 (September 2010) HIGHER EDUCATION EMPLOYMENT RECORD Job title: Employer: Name and title of your immediate supervisor: Functions: Grade, if working in UN system, yearly salary if not: Job title: Employer: Functions:: Name and title of your immediate supervisor: Grade, if working in UN system, yearly salary if not: - 2 -
Form HR 5-8 (September 2010) Job title: Employer: Functions: Name and title of your immediate supervisor: Grade, if working in UN system, yearly salary if not: PERSONAL SKILLS PUBLICATIONS PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES - - PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES Person 1: : Person 2: : Person 3: : RELATIVES AND/OR SPOUSE EMPLOYED WITHIN THE UNITED NATIONS SYSTEM (INCLUDING IN UNESCO) Name and first name of the relative and/or spouse: Relationship: Name of international organization: Name and first name of the relative and/or spouse: Relationship: Name of international organization: ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONS Have you ever been arrested, indicted, or summoned into court as a defendant in a criminal proceeding, or convicted, fined or imprisoned for the violation of any law (excluding minor traffic violations)? Yes No. If yes, give a brief explanation of each case and be prepare to provide additional information if required. Would you have any objection to our making enquiries with your present employer? If you are interested in short-term assignments as a consultant (high level specialist), please include your CV also in the consultants roster at http///www.unesco.org/roster - 3 -
Form HR 5-8 (September 2010) Would you object to serve in any regions of the world? If so, indicate which and why How much notice would you require to report for work? Any other relevant facts: I certify that the answers made by me to the foregoing questions and all information provided in support of my candidature are true and complete. I understand that any false statements or wilful misrepresentation renders me liable to dismissal, if employed. - 4 -