Org. Setting and Reporting - The UN Secretary-General launched on 1 January 2019 a bold and new global reform which repositioned the UN Development System to deliver more effectively and efficiently with the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals. As part of this reform, UN Resident Coordinator Offices (UN RCO), under the leadership of an empowered and independent UN Resident Coordinator - the highest-ranking official of the UN Development System and Representative of the UN Secretary-General at country level - support countries in the achievement of their development priorities and the attainment of the SDGs. This position is located in the Resident Coordinator's Office in Apia, Samoa and reports to the Resident Coordinator Team Leader. - Responsibilities - Within limits of delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: - Drives vehicles safely for the transport of authorised personnel and, in the case of Peacekeeping missions, for the transport of general cargo goods and or specialized hazardous good vehicles. - Makes regular deliveries of parcels, documents, etc., between the UN office and other offices and institutions, e.g. Ministries, Embassies, Permanent Missions, etc. - Makes minor purchases and collect urgent purchases from local suppliers as requested. Collect goods from the customs with due regard to customs regulations and formalities. May make or collect payment for goods. - Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities as required. - Deals effectively and tactfully with officials and visitors. - Takes care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tries, etc.; perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs and ensures that the vehicle is kept clean. - Logs official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc. - Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident. - Applies good judgment in the context of assignments given. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Competencies - Education - High school diploma or equivalent is required. Relevant first-level university degree may be accepted in lieu of two years of required experience. - Job - Specific Qualification - A valid National Driver's License is required. - Work Experience - A minimum of two (2) years of progressive responsible experience as a driver with a safe driving record is required. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans and other kinds of motorized vehicles is required. Experience with the United Nations or any International organizations is desirable. - Languages - English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage. NOTE: "Fluency equals a rating of "fluent" in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and " Knowledge of" equals a rating of' confident" in two of the four areas. - Assessment - Special Notice - United Nations Considerations - No Fee - THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.