Chauffeur (re) G2

The Chauffeur is responsible for transporting authorized personnel and goods efficiently and safely. The role includes driving various types of vehicles, assisting official personnel and visitors, maintaining vehicle condition, and performing simple administrative tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the transport of authorized personnel and goods efficiently and safely, including simple translation during interactions with local language speakers.
• Welcome official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry points and assist with visa and customs formalities to ensure safe and smooth arrival at authorized destinations.
• Maintain vehicle logbooks rigorously and report daily mechanical status to the supervisor to ensure efficient vehicle use and fuel consumption supporting accurate accounting and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure the assigned vehicle is kept clean and in good working order, including all equipment, timely maintenance, possession of travel authorizations, and mandatory safety equipment, and report mechanical issues to the supervisor for safe and efficient service delivery.
• Comply with rules and regulations regarding field deliveries and accident reporting, immediately informing the supervisor of any issues to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Perform simple related administrative tasks such as filing, photocopying, stock management, delivery or collection of items, mail dispatch, and payment of telephone or other bills to provide administrative support.

Requirements

• Have completed secondary education.
• Official driver training and a valid driving license authorizing the use of the assigned vehicle in compliance with local regulations.
• At least two years of experience as a driver, preferably in an embassy, United Nations system agency, or other international organization.
• Experience driving vehicles of different makes and models, including vans and other motorized vehicles.
• Desirable experience in defensive driving.
• Knowledge of driver rules and practices, local roads/waterways, and safety issues.
• Knowledge of vehicle load capacity and other parameters.
• Knowledge of traffic/navigation codes.
• Knowledge of safety standards and equipment (fire extinguishers, floating safety accessories, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, usage and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Basic emergency assistance skills and knowledge of first aid.
• Knowledge of radio, email, telephone, and other communication applications and ability to use these means of communication.
• Ability to assess the mechanical condition of vehicles and perform minor repairs.
• Ability to listen to service beneficiaries and demonstrate a high sense of responsibility, courtesy, and tact.
• Fluency in French at level C.

Skills

• Formal driver training
• Valid driving license
• Defensive Driving
• Driving Various Vehicles
• Knowledge of local traffic codes
• Vehicle loading capacity knowledge
• Safety Standards Knowledge
• First Aid Skills
• Vehicle maintenance assessment
• Minor Vehicle Repairs
• Use of Communication Devices
• Reading safety manuals
• Driving in compliance with regulations
• Knowledge of Local Roads
• Emergency Assistance
• Customer service in transportation

Languages

French