Job Detail
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Experience 2 Years
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Gender Both
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Vacancy Number N/A
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Education Level Bachelors Degree
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No of Vacancies N/A
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Grade Level/Post Level N/A
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Contract Duration 1 year
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Required Language English
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Hiring For UNESCO
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Age Requirement 18+
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Recruitment Type Local
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Required Field of Study driving
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Post Number 6GWED0005PA
Job Description
Position number: 6GWED0005PA
Class: G-2
Supervisory sector: Administration and Management (ADM) sector
Duty station: Guinea-Bissau
Job Family: General Administrative Support
Contract type: Project-related commitments
Contract duration: 1 year
Recruitment open to: Internal and external candidates
Application deadline (midnight Paris time): 16-DEC-2025
UNESCO’s core values: Commitment to the Organization, integrity, respect for diversity, professionalism
The initial term of the contract is 12 months with the possibility of extension subject to satisfactory performance.
Only people with the right to work in Guinea-Bissau can apply for this position.
JOB DUTIES SUMMARY
Under the authority of the Director/Head of the Office and the UNESCO Representative and under the direct supervision of the National Finance and Administrative Officer, and in coordination with the Programme Assistant, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services to the UNESCO Office, respecting the highest requirements of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility and mastery of protocol and security matters.
The incumbent will be required to perform the following tasks and responsibilities:
- Drive staff members, senior officials, visitors, and authorized UNESCO personnel in official/project vehicles. Provide reliable and safe driving services. Meet official staff members and visitors at the airport and, if necessary, facilitate basic visa and customs formalities. If required, provide translation into the local language for the Head/Director of the Office and/or official staff members using the vehicle. Drive the vehicle during field visits, as required.
- Ensure cost savings through proper use and meticulous daily maintenance of the assigned vehicle by the following means: completing the assigned vehicle logbook daily, performing minor repairs in a timely manner, scheduling major repairs, changing the oil on schedule, checking tires, brakes, and fluid levels, and cleaning the vehicle to maintain it in a consistently clean and satisfactory working condition. Participate in the preparation of vehicle maintenance plans and reports, etc. Arrange for vehicle inspections and repairs at an officially designated automotive repair shop; inspect the vehicle before and after each visit to the shop.
- Ensure all necessary documents/equipment are in the assigned vehicle, including the insurance certificate, vehicle registration certificate and logbook, the office directory, a city map/country map, a first aid kit, and necessary spare parts; maintain records of tax and insurance formalities. Report any accidents promptly, accurately, and precisely. Assist with the installation and use of the HF and VF radios and satellite phone in the vehicle.
- Deliver and collect mail, documents, and other items as needed. Outside of driving hours, perform other tasks such as photocopying, binding, assisting with filing, paying office bills, etc.
- To perform the duties of other drivers when they are on leave.
SKILLS (Core / Managerial)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Technical Requirements
- Secondary education diploma.
- Have a valid Bissau-Guinean driver’s license.
Professional Experience
- At least two years of professional experience as a driver.
- Knowledge of local driving rules and regulations.
- Professional experience preferably in an international organization, embassy or the United Nations system, with a clean driving record.
- Experience driving a variety of vehicle makes and models, including 4x4s, vans, trucks, and other types of motor vehicles.
LANGUAGES
- Excellent level of Portuguese (spoken and written).
- Good level of English or French.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Experience in defensive driving is desirable.
WAGES AND ALLOWANCES
UNESCO salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include, where applicable: 30 days of annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension scheme, etc.
The starting annual salary for this position is approximately 8,635,000 CFA francs.
For more information on salaries and benefits, please see our Staff Salary and Benefits Guide .
SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that all applicants must complete an online application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO Careerswebsite . No changes can be made to the submitted application.
Candidate evaluation is based on the criteria of the job vacancy notice and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview.
UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconferencing, email correspondence, etc. for the evaluation of candidates.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and that candidates at the final selection stage will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.
UNESCO reiterates that the overriding consideration in staff recruitment must be the need to secure for the Organization the services of individuals possessing the highest work ethic, competence, and integrity. UNESCO has a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and maintaining equitable and diverse geographical representation, as well as gender parity, among its staff members in all categories and at all levels. Furthermore, UNESCO is committed to achieving staff diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Applications from nationals of non- and under-represented Member States ( please click here for the latest update ) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged. Individuals from minority and indigenous groups, as well as persons with disabilities, are also encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. Global mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts.
UNESCO does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
Please note that UNESCO is a smoke-free organization.
