Peace and Security Cluster

The UNOPS Peace and Security Cluster (PSC) is a principal service provider in the field of mine action with the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), UNDP, UNICEF, Governments of mine-affected countries and other mine action partners.  It is led by the Director, who has overall authority and accountability for the performance PSC on behalf of its clients.  The Director is responsible for administering and providing oversight of the day-to-day management of the Project Field offices, both according to the client requirements and in line with UNOPS rules and regulations.

Background Information – UNMAS

Afghanistan is one of the world’s most heavily contaminated countries by explosive ordnance (EO). Over 60 people, mostly children, are killed or maimed by EO each month. EO impedes safe movement of civilians and humanitarians, reduces safe access to socio-economic opportunities, and hinders development in the country.

The United Nations Mine Action Service ( UNMAS) works to eliminate the threat posed by mines, explosive remnants of war and improvised explosive devices by coordinating the United Nations mine action sector, leading operational responses at the country level, and developing standards, policies and norms. As a UNAMA component, UNMAS aims to improve the overall security situation in Afghanistan including the support to the coordination of the humanitarian mine action sector through the Mine Action Technical Cell.

The Driver position is based in Jalalabad province of  Afghanistan with frequent missions to the field. In addition to office tasks, the Driver can often be required to drive and travel in complex and challenging environments with limited resources and eventually stay there overnight (when required).

Under the direct supervision of Regional Manager in the province and guidance of the Support Service Manager, the Driver will provide support in the following areas:

• Provides reliable and safe driving services for the transport of authorized personnel and assists in preparing/processing travel documents.
• Provide proper maintenance, servicing and repair of all office vehicles for top performance and safe operating conditions in accordance with UNOPS vehicle management policy and procedures.
• Ensure all official transport needs of Management and office personnel are met with required security arrangements.
• Assist in providing administrative support to programme and project staff on airport transfers.
• Assist regional manager in preparing and tracking expenses related to the vehicle’s maintenance.
• Provide daily vehicle log on fuel consumption and mileage.
• Assist the Admin Associate in Kabul and Regional Manager in the region in preparing Receiving Inspection Report (RIR), storage arrangements, Inventory record keeping of spare parts and other goods.
• Collect  quotations from local suppliers.
• Collect  visas and Residents Permits for International personnel at local government offices.
• Support with timely and effective customs clearance.

* CANDIDATES WITH NO UN OR UNOPS EXPERIENCE ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!

Qualification and Experience  Education:

• Secondary school diploma (high school) or equivalent with minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Experience:

• Relevant experience is defined as experience driving armored vehicles.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Experience in usage of computers and office software packages (Word, Excel, Outlook) is desired.

Language:

• Fluency in Pashtu or Dari (speaking, reading and writing) is required.
• Intermediate English (speaking, reading and writing) is required.

• This position is open to only nationals of South Sudan.
• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

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