Driver - Tunis (available in French)

Job Description

Within the limited 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;