Within the limits of the delegated authority, a Driver at this level may be responsible for the following duties:

 

• Inspect vehicles at the start of the shift or movement and after for roadworthiness and fuel;

• Secure any cargo that is to be / being transported;

• Ascertain the cleanliness of vehicles;

• Exercise safety and caution at all times;

• Protect the vehicle from any saboteur when on duty; 

• Check road maps, conditions of roads, and be aware of alternate routes in case of emergency; 

• Familiarize oneself with routes and safe good roads;

• Identify the best routes and those to be avoided; follow and monitor Security advice both on radio and Lotus Notes;

• Undertake advance trips to various places where the VIP is scheduled to travel;

• Liaise with relevant individuals for easy access of the VIP to offices/residence of senior Government officials and other diplomats, as needed;

• Ensure VIP is safe whenever travelling in all areas;

• Drive staff members safely to various destinations as required;

• Assist in collecting and delivering documentation to and from UN agencies, local authorities, NGOs and other concerned government offices;

• Liaise with Dispatch Supervisor on issues relating to the maintenance of unit vehicles, including daily entries in vehicle log books and ensure that vehicles are cleaned and fueled;

• Assist with messenger duties that may be required by the Supervisor;

• Perform minor mechanical repairs on vehicles as required;

• Ability to work on shifts and occasionally as required by the supervisor.

• Carry out any other duties assigned by the Dispatch Supervisor.