The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) was born on 16 November 1945. UNESCO’s mission is to contribute to the building of a culture of peace, the eradication of poverty, sustainable development and intercultural dialogue through education, the sciences, culture, communication and information. The United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is recruiting personnel for the following position in Abuja
Job Title: Drivers (2 positions)
One Driver will be based at the UNESCO Office while the other one will be working from the Federal Ministry of Education
Type of Contract: Service Contract
Post level: GS3
Duration: One (1) year renewable subject to satisfactory performance
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the guidance and Supervision of the Administrative Officer. the Driver provides 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 implementation of the Project activities
The Incumbent is expected to :
i. Serve as Driver to the Project Revitalizing Adult and Youth Literacy Programme in Nigeria
ii. Dispatch mails and other materials related to the Project
iii. Maintain Project vehicle in good working condition and record all vehicle movement in the logbook
iv. Assist with airport, Hotel reception and security escorts with regards to missions in relation to the project
v. Assist in workshop logistics, photocopying, binding and filing of documents
vi. Undertake other duties and responsibilities upon request by the Supervisor or Project Officer
Qualification and Experience:
i. Completion of secondary education
ii. Fluency in English language
iii. Valid Driver’s license with at least 5 years driving experience
iv. Excellent driving skills and ability to use basic motor tools
v. Good knowledge of driving rules and regulations and UN Experience as a driver
vi. Familiar with the local traffic laws and safe travel routes and good knowledge of road networks in most Nigerian cities.
vii. Basic computer skills and ability to use office equipment such as Fax, Photocopying Machine, Scanner, etc.
Method of Application
All applications should include functional e-mail addresses and mobile phone numbers, lel1er of application and detailed curriculum vitae with copy of degrees and driving license. Application should be addressed in a sealed envelope to the Director and Representative UNESCO Abuja and clearly marked” Driver Literacy Project”.