Job Description
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
 
At the World Food Programme (WFP) Palestine, we are dedicated to creating lasting change by providing lifesaving food assistance and fostering resilience in one of the world’s most complex humanitarian settings. Our work ensures that no one goes hungry, even in the most challenging circumstances.

THE ROLE
 
TYPE OF CONTRACT: Fixed Term
JOB GRADE: G3
DUTY STATION: Jerusalem
CONTRACT DURATION:  ONE YEAR WITH POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION  
TYPE OF VA: Internal
NO. OF POST/S: ONE (1)
 
To provide efficient and safe transportation to senior WFP staff, high ranking UN officials or visitors, and/or provide support in coordinating transport related services.
This position is based in East Jerusalem and reports to Management Services Assistant.    
 
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):
  • Provide transportation to senior WFP staff, high ranking UN officials and visitors including translation of basic conversations from/to the local language, and the delivery and collection of various items following authorized routing and UN safety and security rules and regulations to ensure safe and efficient services.
  • Plan and assign the routes and schedules for other Drivers, to support efficient transport related services for clients.
  • Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide basic assistance with visa and customs formalities, to facilitate smooth and safe entry and arrival to the authorised destinations.
  • Responsible for accurate maintenance of the vehicle log books, and daily reporting to the supervisor on mechanical status to ensure efficient vehicle use and fuel consumption supporting accurate accounting and cost-efficiency.
  • Efficiently plan and coordinate WFP vehicle maintenance to ensure vehicles are fully equipped with required travel authorisations and supplies, assigned equipment on board is in a good condition to support safe and efficient services.
  • Follow established rules and regulations for field deliveries and/or in cases of an accident, and report immediately to the supervisor on any apparent problems, to seek for instructions and facilitate informative decisions on the way forward.
  • Outside driving duties, perform basic office related tasks such as filing, photocopying, and maintaining stores when required including mailing service and payment of office telephone and other bills, to ensure administrative support to clients.

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Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Completion of secondary school education. Formal drivers training with a valid driver’s license/certification to operate assigned vehicle following local rules and regulations.

Experience: Three 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

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, local roads/waterways and conditions, and security issues.
  • Good understanding of transport services and ability to coordinate routes and schedules for other Drivers.
  • Knowledge of driving/boat operating rules and regulations whichever applicable.
  • 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.
  • Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor vehicle repairs.
  • Knowledge of the vehicle loading capacity and other parameters.
  • Knowledge and ability to use radio, email, telephone and other applications.
  • Basic skills to assist in case of emergency, knowledge of first aid basic methods.
  • Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact.

Language: Fluency (level C) in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different. Fluency (level C) in English language is mandatory for Drivers at HQ.

Job Details
Job Title Senior Driver , G3
Deadline 24 - Mar - 2025
Location Jerusalem
Job Type Full time
Position Level Mid Career
Salary N/A
Degree High school
Experience 5 Years
Category Other
Application Instructions

Submission Guideline:

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Step 3: Submit your application.

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