Driver

Job Highlight Ensures the safe and reliable transportation of authorized personnel, maintains vehicles, and provides administrative and facility support. About The Project Office UNOPS supports sustainable development in Sierra Leone through infrastructure, procurement, and project management services that enhance energy access, water and sanitation, health, and food security. In the energy sector, UNOPS implements the World Bank-funded Enhancing Sierra Leone Energy Access Project (ESLEAP), including the Moyamba Solar Power Plant (1MW) and rural electrification, totaling $12.7 million. The UK FCDO-funded Rural Renewable Energy Project (£34.5 million) has expanded solar mini-grids and powered community health centers. In water and sanitation, a Government of Japan-funded initiative has improved access to safe drinking water in Freetown, reducing waterborne diseases. To strengthen food security, UNOPS is constructing a 4,000-metric-tonne grain silo and installing solar-powered irrigation systems through a World Bank-supported Ministry of Agriculture project. In close partnership with the Government of Sierra Leone, these efforts aim to improve basic services, enhance resilience, and support inclusive, long-term development. Role Purpose The Driver ensures the safe and reliable transportation of authorized personnel. The incumbent demonstrates professionalism, courtesy and discretion in performing their responsibility, including the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Functions / Key Results Expected Driving Services Provide safe, reliable and timely transportation of authorized personnel and, where applicable, cargo or hazardous goods.Collect and deliver mail, documents and other items as required.Meet and assist assigned personnel at the airport, including facilitating immigration and customs formalities. Maintain accurate daily vehicle logs and provide input for maintenance plans and usage reports. Vehicle Maintenance and Documentation Perform routine checks (e.g. oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc) and ensure vehicles are kept in good working condition.Carry out minor repairs and coordinate major repairs as needed.Keep assigned vehicles clean and roadworthy at all times.Ensure availability and safekeeping of all required documents and supplies, including insurance, registration, logs, maps, office directory, first aid kit, and spare parts. Accident Response Take immediate action in line with organizational rules and regulations in the event of an accident. Administrative and Facility Support Assist Administrative or Support Services with procurement processes, including obtaining quotations for office supplies.Inspect, distribute and maintain inventory records of office supplies and equipment.Support facility management by arranging minor repairs, liaising with artisans and maintaining a roster of service providers.Monitor and support the maintenance of office equipment to ensure optimum performance, including timely follow-up on utility services.Respond promptly to repair and maintenance requests raised by authorized personnel. Education Requirements Required Secondary school (or equivalent) with 2 years of relevant experience ORBachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with 0 years of relevant experience is required.Driver’s training with a valid driver’s licence is required. Required Experience Requirements Relevant experience is work in safe driving, defensive driving and minor vehicle repair.Knowledge of driving rules and regulations is required. Desired Experience of working in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in a developing country is desired.Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desired.