Driver

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title: Driver

Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland

Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G3

Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 30 October 2024

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Head, Common Services and direct supervision of the Fleet and Mailroom Supervisor, the Driver will perform the following duties:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Drive official vehicles, in particular for Director General (DG) and Deputy Director Generals(DDGs).
2. Transport staff members, official visitors, and members of delegations to and from the airportor hotels or during conferences to and from the United Nations Buildings and IOM.
3. Deliver requests for visas to consulates or embassies and collect approved visas for deliveryto the persons concerned. In addition, collect air or train tickets from agencies/stations and deliver, when required, urgent documents or air tickets to permanent missions or any International Organization, and collect and deliver mail and packages to and from the Post Office
4. Deliver and collect equipment, mails, United Nations laissez-passer (UNLP) passports to orfrom United Nations Buildings. In addition, transport equipment and documents during conferences and collect goods from contractors or cash from banks.
5. Keep the logbook of the official vehicle and when required complete accident reports. Ensure that the vehicle is kept clean and in good working order through minor maintenance.

As required:

1. Assist the mail room in preparing diplomatic pouches, delivering the mail within IOM premises, preparing envelopes, packages and boxes for dispatch and all other requested duties.
2. Perform other duties as required, including delivering coffee trolleys to meeting rooms.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• High school degree/certificate with minimum three years of relevant working experience; or,
• Bachelor’s Degree with minimum one year of relevant working experience from an accredited institution.
• Valid national driver’s licence.

Experience

• Three years (one year for bachelor’s degree holders) of working experience as a driver in a transport or taxi company; and,
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.

Skills

• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations;
• Skills in minor vehicle repairs; and,
• Knowledge of radio, email, telephone, and other applications.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English and French are required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Internal candidates of the Organization will be considered as first-tier candidates.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various departments. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Only candidates possessing the right of residence and right to work in Switzerland can be considered for this vacancy. Candidates for this vacancy will be considered to be locally recruited and will be eligible for allowances and benefits available to locally-recruited staff members.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and background verification and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.