DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

24 October 2025-23:59-GMT-05:00 Eastern Time (Port-au-Prince)

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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP’s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP?

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

Job title: Driver

Contract Type: Service Contract

Grade : SC2

Unite : Administration

Duty station: Cap-Haitien

Position name: 11

THE CONTEXT AND OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION:

The United Nations World Food Programme is the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize winner. We are the world’s largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and using food aid to pave the way to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impact of climate change.

The incumbent will ensure the efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel and/or commodities within the Miragoane sub-office or any other WFP office in Haiti. He/she will drive official WFP vehicles in a safe and professional manner to transport personnel and goods from one location to another. He/she will ensure that the official WFP vehicle is in good mechanical condition and complies with established safety standards as well as road safety standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES/OBLIGATIONS (non-exhaustive list):

1. Provide transportation of authorized personnel, including translation of basic conversations from/to the local language, and/or delivery of various items/goods following the authorized route and UN security and safety rules and regulations to ensure safe and efficient services.

2. Welcome official personnel and visitors at the airport or other points of entry and provide basic assistance with police and customs formalities to facilitate smooth and safe entry and arrival to authorized destinations.

3. Responsible for the accurate maintenance of vehicle logs and daily reports to the supervisor on mechanical condition, to ensure efficient vehicle usage and fuel consumption promoting accurate accounting and profitability.

4. Responsible for the cleanliness and good condition of the assigned vehicle, including all equipment, timely maintenance, ensuring the vehicle is fully equipped with required travel permits and supplies, and that any mechanical problems are reported to the supervisor to ensure safe and efficient services.

5. Follow established rules and regulations for field deliveries and/or accidents, and immediately report any apparent problems to the supervisor, to request instructions and facilitate informed decisions on the way forward.

6. Apart from driving duties, perform basic office related tasks such as filing, photocopying and store maintenance when required, including delivery/collection of various items, postal service and payment of other office bills to provide administrative support to the various units.

7. Perform other duties as required.

SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Drive official WFP vehicles safely to transport authorized personnel. Ensure the safe transportation and delivery of parcels, mail, and any equipment in your care.

2. The incumbent will only travel to authorized destinations and will only take authorized passengers. There must be no deviation unless authorized by the immediate superior.

3. Always drive safely and responsibly, showing respect and care for other vehicles and property.

4. Maintain vehicle safety standards and obey traffic laws while driving.

5. Carry out daily vehicle inspections, assist in planning regular vehicle maintenance; report defects to the immediate superior; carry out and organize repairs.

6. Carry out regular checks and maintenance on oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc.; complete the vehicle checklist daily; ensure that the vehicle is always in good mechanical condition.

7. While the vehicle is in the workshop, the driver must participate in repair and maintenance activities as required.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT :

1. The vehicle under your responsibility is always clean and maintained in good condition. Timely submission of vehicle performance reports.

2. The vehicle logbook is properly updated by recording all vehicle movements in an orderly manner when logging. Record fuel fill-ups and regular vehicle services.

3. The vehicle is always refueled on time and fuel consumption figures are maintained within the parameters established by the PAM.

4. Accidents and other incidents/damages are reported in time to the supervisor to obtain instructions and facilitate informed decisions on the course of action.

5. Effective and efficient management of the vehicle and any tools or equipment designated to the driver.

6. Maintain inventory of vehicle safety and recovery tools and accessories.

7. The vehicle and vehicle keys are kept at the official WFP premises overnight.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK: COMMON STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOUR:

Leading by example with integrity Puts WFP values ​​into practice,

shows humanity and

of integrity by setting an example

while taking care of others

Respect WFP values, principles and standards.

Respect others and value diversity

Stay focused and calm under pressure

Demonstrates humility and a willingness to learn.

Generates results and keeps its commitments Respects its commitments and

adapts easily to change

Delivers results for maximum impact

Delegate appropriately

Easily adapts to change

Promotes a job

Promotes an inclusive and collaborative spirit , and contributes to a culture of learning and

personal development

Is inclusive and collaborative

Provides timely and constructive feedback

Creates and shares new perspectives

Apply the thought

Strategic Demonstrates commitment to

to collect different points of view, to

analyze options and risks and

to propose new ways of doing things

Communicates and achieves the WFP vision

Embrace curiosity and new ways of doing things

Analyzes and evaluates data

Considers the impact of decisions

Establishes and maintains lasting partnerships Establishes and maintains partnerships

external, collaborates with

partners to achieve

common goals

Establishes and maintains lasting partnerships Establishes partnerships

Collaborate to achieve common goals

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: High school diploma. Formal driver training with a valid driver’s license/certification to operate the assigned vehicle in accordance with local rules and regulations.

Experience : Two years of professional experience as a driver, preferably in an international organization, embassy or United Nations system agency, with a satisfactory performance evaluation or better. Experience driving various models of vehicles, including Land Cruisers, pickup trucks or hardtops. Experience driving armored vehicles is desirable.

Knowledge and skills:

• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, protocol and courtesies, local roads/waterways and their conditions, and safety issues (proof of road safety training is desirable).
• Knowledge of vehicle load capacity and other parameters.
• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, where applicable.
• Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (e.g., fire extinguishers, portable safety devices, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Basic skills to assist in an emergency, knowledge of basic first aid methods.
• Knowledge and ability to use radio, email, telephone and other applications.
• Ability to assess the mechanical condition of vehicles and skills in minor vehicle repairs.
• Ability to demonstrate a customer-focused approach, a high sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact.
• Basic maintenance and repair skills, i.e. technical knowledge of vehicle components and maintenance.

Languages : Fluency (level B) in French.

Candidates must be of Haitian nationality

Application submission deadline: October 24, 2025

NB: The World Food Programme (WFP) is an employer that values ​​diversity, equity and inclusion.

Female applicants are strongly encouraged.

No fees are required at any stage of the recruitment process. Any request for payment should be considered fraudulent.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: global.inclusion@wfp.org

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
• Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application

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