Job Description

Background

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All related candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

In line with its Country Programme Document CPD 2023-2027, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Jordan is focused on climate action, resilience, eradicating poverty, gender equality, and responsible production and consumption. UNDP Jordan is committed to preserving the Kingdom’s environment, alleviating the strains of poverty through encouraging new and equal economic opportunities amongst all constituents of society, enhancing gender equality and female economic empowerment, addressing climate change, and promoting Made-in-Jordan innovative circular economy model.

UNDP Jordan Environment, Climate Change, and DRR pillar has been supporting GoJ to fulfill its commitments towards International Environmental Conventions, including the Convention of Biological Diversity (CBD), and has launched many interventions in the Gulf of Aqaba to conserve Jordan`s unique biodiversity in landscapes and marine ecosystems. Support is primarily focused on enhancing the effectiveness and sustainability of the newly established Aqaba Marine Reserve and addressing direct drivers to protect habitats and species. Among these initiatives are improving the management and operation system of the new Aqaba Marine Reserve and Enhance the conservation of the Aqaba Marine Reserve by improving capacity for effective management.

The UNDP Jordan CO seeks to employ full-time Project Associate to coordinate the projects` site-based activities under the supervision of the Project Manager and in collaboration with the local partners.

Duties and Responsibilities

The driver shall ensure the highest standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues, navigating rural and potentially challenging terrains to reach remote areas.

Functions/ Key results expected:

I. Proper book-keeping for driving related logs and transportation:

Assists in compiling paperwork related to government relations transactions
Scanning and e-filing of documents related to vehicles transactions (Eg: insurance, car registrations, letters, etc…)
Ensures availability of all required vehicle documents including insurance, logs, office directory, maps, first aid kit, necessary spare parts, etc

Deliver and collect mail and perform other messenger responsibilities.

II. Proper maintenance of driving and vehicle related issues:

Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc.
Ensures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents
Ensures provision of reliable and safe driving services.
Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle though accurate upkeep of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs from vehicle maintenance plans and reports.
Take all immediate actions required by rules, regulations, and laws in case of involvement in accidents.

III. Any other activity required by the supervisor

Be prepared to respond to and manage unforeseen situations or delays while on the road, ensuring minimal impact on the project's operations.
Additional duties may include assisting with pouch, procurement, workshops, and other administrative tasks.
• Support and assist in the logistics preparation and follow up with the procurement and operation team on the training sessions, events, workshops, meetings, visibility and communication, and other activities pertaining to project work.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Competencies

Core
Achieve Results:	LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively:	LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously:	LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility:	LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination:	LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner:	LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion:	LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

People Management

N/A.

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Thematic Area	Name	Definition
Administration & Operations	Documents and records management	Overall document (hard or electronic) management; registry and retention policy including storing and archiving.
Business Management	Communication	Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate Channels.
Business Management	Customer Satisfaction/Client Management	Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs. Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ways to add value beyond clients’ immediate requests. Ability to anticipate client’s upcoming needs and concerns.
Administration & Operations	Vehicle management	Knowledge of policy & procedures on fleet management
Ethics	UN policy knowledge - ethics	Knowledge and understanding of the UN Staff Regulations and Rules and other policies relating to ethics and integrity

Required Skills and Experience

Minimum Qualifications of the Successful NPSA

Min. Education requirements	Secondary Education with a valid driver’s license is required.
Min. years of relevant work experience	Minimum of 3 years (with high school diploma) of relevant work experience as a driver with a safe driving record is required.
Required skills	Knowledge of driving regulations, rules and laws as well as skills in minor vehicle repair and maintenance. Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair. Valid Driver’s license
Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section	Ability to work with computer and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages is desirable; Knowledge of Southern regions is an asset. Previous work experience with UN, international organizations is an asset. Good knowledge of administrative rules and regulations is desirable. Ability to establish, build and maintain effective working relationships with staff and clients to facilitate the provision of support.
Required Language(s)	Fluency in spoken and written Arabic is required

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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