IOM Driver Jobs 2023 – South Africa NGO Jobs. IOM South Africa looking for “Driver“. Applicants with a High school degree may apply on or before 12th February 2023.
The International Organization for Migration is an intergovernmental organization that provides services and advice concerning migration to governments and migrants, including internally displaced persons, refugees, and migrant workers. In September 2016, IOM became a related organization of the United Nations.
IOM Driver Jobs 2023
The IOM has published a job vacancy announcement on 27th January 2023 for qualified South Africa’s to fill in the vacant post of Driver to be based in Pretoria, South Africa.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Drive assigned IOM office vehicle(s).
- 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.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Eligibility Criteria
Education:
- High school degree/certificate with minimum 2 years of relevant working experience or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.
- Valid national driver’s licence.
- Advance driving certificate is an added advantage
Experience:
- At least 2 years of experience as a driver in a professional environment is a requirement; Driving experience obtained from an International Organization, Embassy or UN system with a safe driving record is an advantage
- Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles
- Knowledge on vehicle maintenance and minor repairs
- Defensive/Advance driving course/certificate is an added advantage
Skills:
- Familiarity with GPS devices
- Knowledge of safety regulations and traffic laws
- Knowledge of South African roads and neighbouring countries
- Availability to occasionally work overtime and weekends.
- A polite and professional disposition
- Ability to remain calm in stressful driving situations.
- Computer literacy, knowledge with basic Microsoft office
Other Details
- Vacancy/Reference Number: VN/ROSA2023/02
- Position Grade: G2 (UN Salary scale for General Services in South Africa)
- Type of Appointment: One-year fixed term with possibility of extension
- Job Schedule: Full time
- Selection Process: Interview
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply IOM Driver Jobs 2023
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The Closing Date: 12th February 2023
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.