WFP Global Office Seoul – Driver G2

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status, physical or mental disability.

We are seeking to fill a Fixed Term position of Driver G2, based in the WFP Global Office in Seoul, Republic of Korea.

Please note that this vacancy announcement is being issued internally and externally.

Applicants must reside within commuting distance to the office location in the duty station #411, Woojeongwon(Bldg.153), Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea and be Korean Residents holding a valid passport and/or identity card, or a valid Resident Permit to work and live in the country.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

WFP Global Office in Seoul is located at the Seoul National University campus in Gwanak-gu, Seoul and its primary objective is partnership with the Republic of Korea’s Government and private sector including resource mobilization, advocacy and support of WFP field operations.

JOB PURPOSE

To provide efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel and maintain the WFP vehicle. The incumbent is reporting to Finance, HR and Administration Officer.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive)

1. Provide transportation for the Director primarily and other authorized personnel and/or delivery of various items/commodities following authorized routing and UN safety and security rules and regulations to ensure safe and efficient services.
2. Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide basic assistance with visa and customs formalities to facilitate smooth and safe entry and arrival to the authorized destinations.
3. Responsible for accurate maintenance of the vehicle log books, and daily reporting to the supervisor on mechanical status, to ensure efficient vehicle use and fuel consumption supporting accurate accounting and cost-efficiency.
4. Responsible that the assigned vehicle is kept clean and in a good condition including all equipment, the maintenance is done on time, vehicle is fully equipped with required travel authorizations and supplies, and any mechanical issues are reported to the supervisor to ensure safe and efficient services.
5. Follow established rules and regulations for field deliveries and/or in cases of an accident, and report immediately to the supervisor on any apparent problems, to seek for instructions and facilitate informative decisions on the way forward.
6. Outside driving duties, perform basic office related tasks such as filing, photocopying and maintaining stores when required including delivery/collection of various items, mailing service and payment of office telephone and other bills to ensure administrative support to clients.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of secondary school education. Formal drivers training with a valid driver's license/certification to operate assigned vehicle following local rules and regulations.

Experience: Two or more years of work experience as a Driver, preferably in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a demonstrated safe driving record. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans, trucks and other kinds of motorised vehicles. Experience in defensive driving is desirable.

Language: Fluency (level C) in both English and Korean.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, local roads/waterways and conditions, and security issues.
• Knowledge of the vehicle loading capacity and other parameters.
• Knowledge of driving/boat operating rules and regulations whichever applicable.
• Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (e.g. fire extinguishers, buoyant wearable safety devices, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic skills to assist in case of emergency, knowledge of first aid basic methods.
• Knowledge and ability to use radio, email, telephone and other applications.
• Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor vehicle repairs.
• Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK: COMMON STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOUR as outlined in the Generic Job Profile ‘Driver G2’ apply

Leads by Example with Integrity:

• Upholds WFP values, principles, and standards: Demonstrates the WFP values, principles and standards
• Respects others and values diversity: Values diversity using respectful and inclusive language
• Stays focused and calm under pressure: Stays focused and calm when under pressure
• Demonstrates humility and a willingness to learn: Shows humility and a willingness to learn and share knowledge, seeking and acting on feedback, and taking up opportunities to develop

Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments:

• Delivers results for maximum impact Is accountable for the delivery of results
• Delegates appropriately Seeks guidance and support where needed
• Adapts readily to change Adapts readily to change adjusting work as needed

Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative:

• Is inclusive and collaborative Promotes teamwork by sharing ideas and openly raising issues
• Gives timely and constructive feedback Gives timely and constructive feedback to others
• Builds and shares new perspectives Listens attentively to others and shares views

Applies Strategic Thinking:

• Communicates and fulfils WFP’s vision Embraces WFP’s vision and how it impacts their role
• Embraces curiosity and new ways of doing things Shows curiosity and implements new ways of doing things when relevant
• Analyses and evaluates data Gathers data and shares knowledge to inform team activities
• Considers the impact of decisions Asks questions to understand the impact of decisions for their objectives

Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships:

• Builds partnerships Acts professionally with external partners
• Collaborates to deliver common objectives Works together with partners to deliver common goals

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

WFP offers a competitive compensation package which will be determined by the contract type and selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Please visit http://www.wfp.org and click on: ‘Our work’ and ‘Countries’ to learn more about WFP’s operations.

Applicants must be:

• Be Korean Residents holding a valid passport and/or identity card, or a valid Resident Permit to work and live in the country.
• Reside within commuting distance (100-kilometer radius or distance that can be covered within 1.5 hours by car or public transport under average conditions of traffic, weather, and roads) to the office location at the duty station: #411, Woojeongwon(Bldg.153), Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 5 March 2023

Ref. VA No. 486559

WFP is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection & recruitment process, and for work-related needs upon joining the Programme. WFP has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority or discrimination. All selected candidates will, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

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