SENIOR DRIVER (G3)

Background

The Fund Administration Unit provides administrative and financial support to the Centre, enabling the effective implementation of the Centre’s mandate. Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Fund Administration and the technical coordination of Procurement and Asset Management (P&AM) Associate, the incumbent provides professional driving services for the Head of Mission, Centre’s staff and supports the effective operation and maintenance of the Centre’s vehicle fleet.

Tasks And Responsibilities

• Provides safe, reliable and timely transportation services for the Head of Mission, Centre’s staff and high-level officials/visitors in strict compliance with applicable Traffic Laws and delivery and collection of official mail, documents and other items;
• Mets official personnel at the airport and facilitates customs formalities as required;
• Conducts daily inspections of assigned vehicles, including checking oil, water, tyres, battery, brakes. Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accident;
• Performs minor vehicle maintenance, arranges servicing and repairs with authorized service providers, ensures that the assigned vehicle/s are kept clean and presentable;
• Maintains accurate records of official trips, mileage, fuel consumption, maintenance, repairs and vehicle servicing, updates the Fleet Management Database, maintains inventory records of vehicle-related supplies and equipment, and prepares monthly fuel consumption reports in accordance with the established procedures.

Necessary Qualifications

• Education: Completed secondary education;
• Experience and knowledge/skills: Four years’ work experience as a driver, preferably in international or diplomatic organization; safe driving record. Good knowledge of the city of Ashgabat and surroundings. Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds. Working knowledge of the language of the duty station and basic knowledge of English.

Remuneration Package

• Monthly remuneration, subject to social security deduction, is EUR 773 (per month).
• OSCE salaries are exempt from taxation in Turkmenistan.
• Social benefits will include possibility of participation in the Cigna medical insurance scheme and the OSCE Provident Fund.

Appointments

• Appointments are normally made at Step 1 of the applicable OSCE salary scale.
• In exceptional cases, an initial appointment at up to Step 3 may be considered. This depends on factors such as relevant experience exceeding minimum requirements or higher previous remuneration.