United Nations Educational, Science and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Job Vacancies: Recruitment for Driver Two (2)

THE ORGANIZATION:

The United Nations Educational, Science and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is recruiting personnel to fill the position below in Abuja.

POST TITLE:   Driver Two (2) (Project Revitalizing Adult and Youth Literacy in Nigeria)

TYPE OF CONTRACT: Service Contract

POST LEVEL: GS 3

DURATION: One (1) year renewable subject to satisfactory performance

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the guidance and Supervision of the Administrative Officer, the Drivers functional support to the Project “Revitalizing Adult and Youth Literacy in Nigeria” in the Abuja Office in the delivery of quality driving services for the implement of the Project activities.

The incumbents expected to:

• Serve as Driver to the Project Revitalizing Adult and Youth Literacy Program in Nigeria,
• Despatch mails and other materials related to the Project,
• Maintain Project vehicle in good working condition and record all vehicle movement in the logbook
• Assist with airport, Hotel reception and security escorts with regards to missions in relation to the project,
• Assist in workshop logistics, photocopying, binding and filing of documents,
• Undertake other duties and responsibilities upon request by the Supervisor or project Officer.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Completion of secondary education,
• Fluency in English language,
• Valid Driver’s license with at least 5 years driving experience,
• Excellent driving skills and ability to use basic motor tools,
• Good knowledge of driving rules and regulations and UN Experience as a driver,
• Familiar with the local traffic laws and safe travel routes and good knowledge of road networks in most Nigerian cities,
• Basic computer skills and ability to use office equipment such as Fax, Photocopying Machine, Scanner, etc.

METHOD OF APPLICATION & APPLICATION DEADLINE:

All applications should include functional e-mail addresses and mobile phone numbers, letter of application and detailed curriculum vitae with copy of degree and driving license. Application should be addressed in a sealed envelope to the Director and Representative UNESCO Abuja and clearly marked “Driver Literacy Project”.

To:

UNESCO office in Abuja

UN House, Plot 617/618, Diplomatic Zone,

Central Area District, Garki -  Abuja Nigeria

abuja@unesco.org

Tel: +234(9)4616531 Fax: +234(9)4618510

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 31^st August 2011.