Driver

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is an organization established in July 2010 by the United Nations General Assembly, with the mission to promote gender equality and empower women globally. It was created as part of the UN reform agenda, merging resources and mandates from four previously distinct parts of the UN system that focused on gender equality and women's empowerment. The organization operates in numerous countries, including the Kyrgyz Republic, where its Country Office was established in 201

• UN Women works to eliminate discrimination against women and girls, support their empowerment, and ensure equality between women and men in various sectors, including development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. The organization is guided by its Strategic Plan and the Country Strategic Note, operating within the framework of the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2023–2027, and other national strategies aimed at achieving gender equality by 2030.

Job Overview:
The Driver position at UN Women involves providing reliable and safe driving services to the UN Women Country Representative, high-ranking UN officials, staff, and visitors. The role requires a strong sense of responsibility, discretion, and integrity, as well as an excellent understanding of protocol and security issues. The Driver is expected to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, courtesy, and the ability to work with individuals from diverse national and cultural backgrounds. In addition to driving, the Driver may also be tasked with delivering and collecting mail, documents, and other items, as well as assisting with airport formalities for official personnel and visitors. The position requires adherence to UN Women’s policies and guidelines, particularly regarding vehicle management and safety standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Driver's primary duties include providing secure driving services for the transport of UN Women personnel and facilitating VIP missions. Responsibilities also encompass delivering and collecting documents, meeting visitors at the airport, ensuring passenger safety by enforcing seatbelt use and no smoking policies, and taking immediate actions in case of accidents. The Driver is responsible for maintaining vehicle logs, monitoring fuel consumption, and overseeing vehicle maintenance, including cleanliness and minor repairs. Additionally, the Driver must ensure that all required documents and supplies are available in the vehicle, assist with general administrative tasks, and perform other duties as necessary for the efficient functioning of the office.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and have completed secondary education. A minimum of three years of relevant driving experience in an international organization, embassy, or UN system is required, along with a safe driving record. The position demands excellent driving skills, knowledge of driving rules and regulations, and the ability to perform minor vehicle repairs. Candidates should demonstrate punctuality and a commitment to environmental sustainability through responsible driving practices.

Educational Background:
The educational requirement for this position is the completion of secondary education. A valid driver’s license is also mandatory to ensure compliance with driving regulations and safety standards.

Experience:
The ideal candidate should have at least three years of relevant experience as a driver, particularly within an international organization, embassy, or UN system. This experience should include a proven safe driving record, showcasing the candidate's ability to navigate various driving conditions and adhere to safety protocols.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required, along with working knowledge of Kyrgyz and Russian. Knowledge of another official UN language, such as French, Arabic, Chinese, or Spanish, is considered desirable, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate effectively in a diverse environment.

Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and may involve occasional administrative and logistic support tasks. UN Women is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all employment decisions are based on qualifications and organizational needs. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy regarding misconduct and expects all personnel to adhere to its standards of conduct. Background checks will be conducted on selected candidates to verify academic credentials and employment history.