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The Driver will be contributing to the achievement of the project outputs through the organization of the transportation aspects of the project activities.
• Assist the project in delivery of official correspondence to the regional departments of Ministries, with logistics, including customs clearance, visit airport and warehouse in this regard
• Meet official personnel at the airport and facilitates, immigration and custom formalities as required.
• Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, checks oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, electrolyte levels etc
• Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc. and report to PM monthly.
• Perform minor repairs which does not require special tools; ensures that the vehicle is kept clean;
• In the beginning of each month (first week) the Driver will be asked for providing brief report about technical condition of the vehicle and planned expenses for the month to ensure timely and quality maintenance of the vehicle.
• Ensure that all necessary action is taken in timely manner in case of involvement in accidents and traffic rules violations in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations and full respect of local laws
• Additional duties may include assisting with pouch, procurement, workshops, and other administrative tasks
Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, Driver will provide effective transportation services at the central level in timely and secure manner following UNDP corporate rules and procedures.
Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels.
clients' immediate requests. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns.
Knowledge and understanding of the UN Staff Regulations and Rules and other policies relating to ethics and integrity.
Knowledge of policy & procedures on fleet management
Secondary education is required. A valid driving license is required (category B)
Minimum 2 years (with secondary education) of work experience as a driver with a safe driving record
Experience in the basic use of computers and relevant office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and ability to use web-based management and electronic log, file and/or scheduling systems
Proven experience in client orientation
Experience of working in a team.
Experience in vehicle maintenance
Knowledge of English is advantage.
Official travel expected in project target regions of Uzbekistan with performing the functions of Driver.
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