Driver SSA 2 - Roster for the Caribbean Multi-Country Office

In 2018, WFP re-established its presence in the Caribbean with an office in Barbados. The WFP Caribbean Multi-Country Office (MCO) supports 22 countries and territories across the English- and Dutch-speaking Caribbean. WFP Caribbean’s capacity strengthening programme focuses on vulnerability analysis and mapping; end-to-end supply chain management; shock-responsive social protection; food systems strengthening; and climate risk financing. In times of crisis, WFP works with partners to provide direct assistance when events surpass national and regional capacities by delivering food, cash or voucher assistance, or through emergency logistics or emergency telecommunications service provision.

JOB PURPOSE:
To provide efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel and/or commodities and deliver a limited number of routine business support tasks, to ensure that staff are effectively supported for the office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):
Under the overall supervision of the Finance Officer or his/her delegate or BSA in Satellite Office, the incumbent will perform the following tasks:

Driver
1.Provide transportation of authorized personnel including translation of basic conversations from/to the local language, and/or delivery of various items/commodities following authorized routing and UN safety and security rules and regulations to ensure safe and efficient services.
2.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.
3.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.
4.Responsible that the assigned vehicle is kept clean and in a good condition including all equipment, the maintenance is done on time, vehicle is fully equipped with required travel authorisations and supplies, and any mechanical issues are reported to the supervisor to ensure safe and efficient services.
5.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.

Administrative
Outside driving duties, perform basic office related tasks such as:
1.Collect, sort and disseminate correspondence, reports and other materials, to meet the required demands of staff to time standards.
2.Respond to simple routine queries with readily available support by senior staff, and escalate where appropriate, in order to provide a timely and accurate response to enquiries.
3.Support the maintenance of office files, documents and records in accordance with established systems and processes, so that information is current and readily available for staff.
4.Perform basic office related tasks such as filing, photocopying, mailing service, payment errands and office set-up activities.
5.Undertake standard data entry tasks in accordance with defined systems, to ensure information is organised and readily available.

6.Any other related duties as assigned.

OTHER POST REQUIREMENTS:
WFP provides emergency response support to the 22 English and Dutch-speaking countries in the Caribbean as needed. In this role, the incumbent may be required to:
• Support the Unit's emergency response activities.
• Deploy to affected countries to assist with Unit operations as required.
• Work beyond regular working hours to support emergency response efforts.

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:
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 motorised 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.
•Knowledge of the vehicle loading capacity and other parameters.
•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.
•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.
•Ability to use standard office equipment such as photocopiers and scanners.
•Ability to follow standard business support processes and procedures.

•Knowledge of standard office software packages, e.g. Microsoft word.

Language:
Fluency in English language.

• This position is open to nationals CARICOM member states and associate members. CARICOM Nationals applying for National position outside of their home country bear sole responsibility for required actions or expenses related to relocation, accommodation, repatriation and any other living expenses, etc. A CARICOM Skilled National Certificate is a pre-requisite of employment for successful candidates who are not from the country for which the position is advertised.

The World Food Programme (Caribbean Multi-Country Office) is seeking Expressions of Interest from qualified CARICOM Nationals for future opportunities in the Caribbean.

All applications received will be reviewed and go through a selection process to assess relevant experience and qualifications. Applicants who meet the selection criteria may be contacted for further interviews or assessments and to confirm their continued interest and availability.

Successful candidates will be placed on a roster for short-term opportunities and may be contacted according to operational needs. Rostered applicants may remain on the roster for 24 months.

WFP offers a competitive compensation package determined on the basis of the Terms of Reference and the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.