Driver at UNICEF

How Can You Make a Difference?

• The Driver, at the G-2 level, provides reliable and safe driving services, demonstrating the highest standards of professionalism, discretion, integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol whilst ensuring compliance with local driving rules and regulations. 
• The Driver demonstrates a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. 

Summary of Key Functions / Accountabilities

• Reliable and safe driving services for staff and officials.
• Maintenance of assigned vehicle.
• Documentation of vehicle-related information.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: A Secondary Education is required, along with a valid driver’s license and knowledge of local driving rules and regulations.
• Work Experience: At least 2 years of work experience as a driver in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a safe driving record is required.
• Skills:
  • Good knowledge of the city, local roads and conditions where the office is located.
  • Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies.
  • Skills in minor vehicle repairs.
  • Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with visitors.
  • High sense of conf identicality, initiative and good judgment.
  • Ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required.

Desirables:

• Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language.
• Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts. 

UNICEF Competencies Required For This Post Are:

• Builds and maintains partnerships.
• Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness.
• Drive to achieve results for impact.
• Innovates and embraces change.
• Manages ambiguity and complexity.
• Thinks and acts strategically.
• Works collaboratively with others.