Position details

Vacancy id VAC-9780
Job title VAC-9780 Driver
Location Faizabad
Apply by 22-May-2023
Start date 01-Jun-2023
Duration 6 months
Number of vacancies 2
Qualification High School Diploma in • Completion of High school. (essential).
Sector experience Minimum of 2 Years year/s of demonstrable relevant driver experience (essential).
Geographical experience Minimum of 2 Years year/s of experience in Afghanistan (essential).
Languages Fluent in Dari (essential).
Fluent in English (essential).
Fluent in Pashto (essential).

Job description

CTG overview

CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.

CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.

Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.

Visit www.ctg.org to find out more

Overview of position

CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.

CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.

Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.

Visit 
www.ctg.org to find out more

Role objectives
  • Drive IOM vehicles efficiently and in safely manner for the passengers in conformity with local road traffic rules and regulations. Maintain high quality of driving conduct.

  • Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle to ensure roadworthy conditions. This includes daily check of tires, brakes, engine, oil, fan, belt, etc.

  • Arrange for minor repairs as needed and seek for assistance when major mechanical problems occur. Advice the Dispatcher in case of service or repair judged necessary after field trips or in between regular scheduled service.

  • Vehicle must at all times be kept clean, interior and exterior.

  • Ensure that the vehicle undertake regular service intervals.

  • Make sure that the vehicle always has sufficient fuel to accomplish the designated runs. Prior to departure for field trips ascertain the perfect running conditions of the vehicle and to have the tank full.

  • Ensure that the IOM vehicle is used only for official/authorized business, as advised by the supervisor.

  • Make sure to complete the car log sheet for mileage and fuel consumption control.

  • Submit proper receipt for purchase of fuel or any other needs related to the vehicle prior authorization.

  • Record and document any accidents or collisions however minor and report such incidents to the Fleet Manager/Dispatcher and Security Office.

  • Be prepared to work flexible longer hours and to travel long distances whereby several overnight stays may be necessary in different regions of Afghanistan and surrounding countries.

  • Keep a high degree of confidentiality and discreteness which involves IOM and its officials.

  • Collect and deliver mail/documents as assigned.

  • Hand over waiver form to non-IOM personnel in case IOM vehicle is being used by.

  • Having always updated valid driving license.

  • Make sure all vehicle movements are coordinated with Dispatcher/Fleet Manager and further reported to the radio room.

 

Other Functions

Perform other duties as may be assigned. 

Project reporting

N/A

Key competencies

Values

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

  • Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

  • Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1

  • Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

  • Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

  • Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

  • Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

  • Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. 

Team management

N/A

Further information

SKILLS

  • In-depth knowledge of driving rules and regulations, local roads and conditions, and security issues.

  • Knowledge of safety standards and use of safety equipment (e.g. fire extinguishers, buoyant wearable safety devices, etc.).

  • Ability to apply mandatory documents on 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.

  • Must be client-oriented, and have high sense of responsibility, courtesy, and tact.

 

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

Completion of High school education with two years driving experience. Formal drivers training with a valid driver's license/certification to operate assigned vehicle following local rules and regulations.


Experience

  • Two or more years of work experience as an armored vehicle 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.


Languages

 Fluency in English, Dari and Pashto (oral and written)

 

Note: Applications from qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Important: Candidates are required to attach their educational certificates along with their CV and upload them all as one document in the system.

    

How to apply:

VII. METHOD OF APPLICATION:

 

Interested applicants are invited to send curriculum vitae along with educational certificates, through ACBAR website by Close of Business (CoB) 22 May 2023 latest, applications with incomplete information/documents will not be considered. Also, please take note that IOM does not accept hard copies.


Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address that you will indicate in your application is accurate.

Campaigning for a candidate can be grounds for disqualification.

Posting period:

From: 08.05.2023 to 22.05.2023

No Fees:

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank account.

s not request any information related to bank account.

Disclaimer: At no stage of the recruitment process will CTG ask candidates for a fee. This includes during the application stage, interview, assessment and training.