Job Description:
There are 13 positions for the following locations: Jalalabad, Gardez, Bamyan, Kunduz, Mazar-e-sharif, Herat, Kandahar, and Faizabad.
Reporting Lines
The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative (FAOR) or Deputy FAO Representative (DFAOR) in Afghanistan. S/he will work under the direct supervision of the Head of the Food Security & Risk Analysis Unit or as may be assigned. The direct supervisor or as assigned, will be responsible for all day-to-day supervision, technical guidance and the performance evaluation.

Technical Focus
The Driver will provide relevant assistance for official pick and drop, and official field missions.

Tasks and responsibilities
• Drive the project staff and consultants and their official visitors on official trips, in armored/soft skin vehicles in the duty station and other locations inside the country, as required.
• Meet staff and official visitors at the airport, hotel check-in, pick and drop and other local formalities.
• Log official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, transportation / vehicle related expenditures, vehicle servicing, repairs, etc. and report regularly to Admin/Finance of project on servicing or maintenance needs.
• Ensure day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s); checks oil, water, battery, tires, security equipment etc.; perform minor repairs and timely arrange for any other repairs necessary to always keep the vehicle safe and technically sound; maintain the vehicle(s) in clean conditions.
• Handle local and organizational formalities when involved in an accident; ensure that in this case all organizational, security and local / country rules, regulations and procedures are followed correctly.
• Collect and inform the office on security and road conditions, as necessary and ensure safe travel on different sites.
• Collect/deliver documents, pouch, equipment and cargo, as required.
• Exercise the utmost care while driving and ensure that safety precautions are taken to observe traffic and UN security regulations, plus be aware of security threats.
• Ensure that the use of the vehicle is solely and exclusively for office FAO requirements.
• Ensure that whenever not in use the vehicle shall be parked on FAO premises or on any other UN or Government premises/locations as instructed.
• The driver shall not leave the vehicle outside the FAO premises without authorization.
• Planning of routes, in conjunction with the FAO Security Units, ensuring the safety of passengers at all times.
• Maintain a close liaison with the FAO Security Unit ensuring a detailed knowledge of the safest routes within the region
• Ensure that the assigned vehicle is fully operational and well-maintained including inventory of all the necessary communication and emergency equipment readily available and tightly secured in their assigned vehicles such as first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, serviceable spare wheel, wheel changing kit, spare keys, torch, spare water, jumper cable & tow rope.
• Ensure that the assigned vehicles are in good operational conditions: conducting daily checks (oil, fuel, brakes, Wheels, battery, tool kits, etc..) on all assigned vehicles and before the commencement of any trip/mission, and reporting of any defects to the Administration and Transport Section for immediate repairs and maintenance.
• Keep abreast of tactical operational procedures, emergency and contingency planning of FAO procedures for road movements and participate during team training.
• Perform as protocol assistants when required.
• Perform other related duties as required
Job Requirements:
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• Completion of a High School Diploma or its equivalent commercial/vocational school is required. Formal drivers training with a valid driver’s license/certification to operate assigned vehicle following local rules and regulations.
• At least five (5) years of relevant work experience with international organizations, or preferably with a UN Organization in a multicultural office environment.
• Good knowledge (level B) of English and the local languages (Pashto and/or Dari).
• National of Afghanistan.
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills
• Flawless, safe driving record.
• Work performance in the last five years confirms no major accidents and disciplined behaviour.
• Good knowledge of the local driving rules and regulations; skills in minor vehicle repair.
• A high degree of punctuality and reliability is required.
• Safe driving manner. Good sense of direction and knowledge of local conditions.
• Ability to cope with extended working hours.
• Previous work experience with the UN is considered a strong asset.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relations with other staff/colleagues from different cultural backgrounds and with relevant counterparts.