The Driver/Messenger is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of individuals, documents, and packages to designated locations, requiring excellent driving abilities, attention to detail, reliability, and strong communication skills[1].
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Transportation Duties:
- Safely operate a vehicle to transport staff, packages, and documents to specified destinations[1].
- Plan and follow efficient routes to optimize delivery schedules while observing all traffic laws and organizational policies[1].
- Assist passengers, including helping with baggage during transport when required[4][6].
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Delivery and Collection:
- Pick up and deliver documents, parcels, and other items on time and collect required signatures or delivery confirmations[1][2].
- Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive materials, ensuring secure delivery[1].
- Advise supervisors of any deliveries that could not be fulfilled[2].
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Vehicle Maintenance and Inspection:
- Conduct regular vehicle inspections to ensure proper working condition[1][3].
- Keep the vehicle clean and report mechanical issues or accidents promptly[1][3].
- Maintain accurate vehicle records and documentation, such as logbooks and petrol receipts[1][5].
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Administrative and Support Functions:
- Assist with clerical duties, including processing mail, photocopying, collating documents, and assisting office support staff as needed[6][7].
- Help with other logistics, such as supporting office purchases or local banking requests[5][6].
- Respond to questions from recipients and provide customer service during all interactions[2].
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Compliance and Professional Conduct:
- Comply with all organizational traffic, safety, and operational procedures[1][3].
- Maintain a clean driving record and follow occupational health and safety guidelines[3].
- Demonstrate discretion, reliability, and a client-oriented approach, adaptable to diverse cultural environments[4][5].
Typical requirements include a valid driver’s license, familiarity with the local area, physical fitness for lifting and active work, good record-keeping, attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal skills[2][4][6].
References
- [1] JD – Driver/Messenger
- [2] Messenger Job Description – Betterteam
- [3] Job Description: Driver/MESSENGER – Office of the Attorney-General
- [4] Job and Position specifications: Messenger/Driver
- [5] UNDP Jobs – 41152- Driver and Messenger (Part-Time) – Careers
- [6] 110929 – Driver Messenger
- [7] Driver/Messenger – IOM Costa Rica