Driver

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Resource Management officer , and the direct supervision of Supply Chain Officer in Bujumbura, the successful candidates will be responsible for driving an IOM Car transporting IOM staff and possibly partners to the field and inside the cities.

The incumbent will be therefore responsible for driving IOM vehicles to transport IOM staff and goods authorized by IOM, in a safe and cost-effective manner.

NOTE : These positions are open to Nationals only.

• 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.

Education

• Valid national driver’s licence.

Experience

• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
• Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles

Skills in minor vehicle repairs.

• Knowledge of radio, email, telephone and other applications.

Skills

• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor requirements
• Knowledge of road safety regulations and UNDSS security procedures.
• Preventive vehicle maintenance and basic mechanical troubleshooting.
• Fleet logbook, fuel consumption, and vehicle inspection management.
• Ability to drive different vehicle types (4x4s, buses, trucks, armored vehicles where applicable) and spare parts.
• Route planning and navigation, including remote field locations.
• Safe transport of staff, visitors, cargo, and sensitive documents.
• Basic computer skills (email, GPS/TBS, mobile applications, vehicle tracking systems)

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, fluency in French and Kirundi is required (oral and written)

Working knowledge of English is desirable

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

These positions are open to Nationals only.

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

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

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 accounts.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.