Job Description
Job Type
: Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition: NPP (National Project Personnel)
Primary Location
: Malawi-Lilongwe
Duration: 12 months with possibility of extension
Post Number: N/A
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device
- FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
- Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO’s values
- FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
Organizational Setting
FAO in cooperation with the Government of Malawi and with funding from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) are rolling out implementation of the project on Ecosystems-based Adaptation for Resilient Watersheds and Communities in Malawi (EbAM). The project aims at creating more climate resilient livelihoods in vulnerable communities as landscapes and ecosystems’ capacity to supply goods and services will be enhanced as well as farmers’ ability to use them in a way that is sustainable and adapted to climate change. This will be achieved through increased climate resilience of watershed ecosystems, stabilization of productivity and farmers’ incomes and enhanced enabling environment (finance and policies) to sustain, replicate and scale-up climate resilient watershed ecosystems and agriculture practices. The project will be implemented in 11 districts in Malawi over a period of 6 years. Close to 575,000 vulnerable people in rural communities will benefit from the project’s initiatives while at the same time, more than 83,000 heTAres will be restored through the application of Ecosystem-based Adaptation, thus generating significant environmental and mitigation benefits.
The positions are located in Lilongwe.
Reporting Lines
The Drivers will be based at the EbAM Central Project Implementation Unit (CPIU) in Lilongwe; and will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative (FAOR) in Malawi, the direct supervision of the International Administrative Officer (IAO), and the day-to-day coordination of the Logistic Specialist.
Technical Focus
The Drivers will be responsible for driving EbAM project team members to various places within and outside their duty stations for duty travels. They ensure the safety, technical soundness and comfort of the vehicles assigned to them.
Tasks and responsibilities
• Drive project team members and official visitors on official trips.
• Meet staff and official visitors and take them to and facilitate hotel check in and perform other local formalities.
• Log official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, transportation/vehicle related expenditures, vehicle servicing, repairs, etc.
• Ensure day to day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s); check oil, water, battery, tyres, etc.; perform minor repairs and timely arrange for any other repairs necessary to keep the vehicle safe and technically sound at all times; maintain the vehicle(s) in clean condition.
• Obtain vehicle service quotations to facilitate vehicle repairs.
• Handle local and organizational formalities when involved in an accident, ensure that in this case all organizational and local/country rules, regulations and procedures are followed correctly.
• Collect and deliver mail, documents and other communications/items to and from the country office and other locations; go to government agencies, other UN agencies, institutions, project sites, etc., to take and deliver items and communications; keep records as required.
• When needed, assist the field office staff in performing simple clerical duties such as making and answering telephone calls, making photocopies, filing of records, etc.
• Support the field office with basic activities related with security, particularly be responsible for security reporting when FAO staff is on mission (following the UN Security Office rules and procedures).
• Ensure that rules and regulations for transportation within UN are duly observed as per FAO internal rules and regulations.
• Provide logistical support to FAO staff when it is required.
• Perform other related duties as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• Education: Successful completion of Secondary School Education and possession of a professional valid driver’s license. A defensive driving certificate is mandatory.
• Experience: At least three years of work experience as a driver. Flawless and safe driving record.
• Languages: Working knowledge (Level C) of English Knowledge of Malawi local languages of the duty station.
• Nationality of Malawi.
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
• Good knowledge of local driving rules and regulations; skills in minor vehicle repair
• A high degree of punctuality and reliability
• Safe driving manner. Good sense of direction and knowledge of local conditions
• Ability to cope with extended working hours
Selection Criteria
• Desirable experience with International Organizations and Government entities.
• Possession of any other UN official language is an advantage.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
- Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
- Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
- For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
HOW TO APPLY
• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
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• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
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