Driver
OVERVIEW
Post Number : [[positionNumber]]
Grade : G-2
Parent Sector : Sector For Administration and Management (ADM)
Duty Station: Tashkent
Classification of duty station: [[filter12]]
Standard Duration of Assignement: [[filter13]]
Job Family: Administration
Type of contract : Fixed Term Field
Duration of contract : 2 years, renewable
Recruitment open to : External candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 20-FEB-2026
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
Under the authority of the Head of Tashkent Office & UNESCO Representative and the direct suppervision of the Administrative Officer (AO), the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services in support of UNESCO Tashkent Office, ensuring the highest standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues.
- Drives the UNESCO staff, officials, visitors and authorized personnel using official/ project vehicles. Ensures provision of reliable and safe driving services. Meets official personnel and visitors at the airport and, when required, facilitates basic visa and customs formalities. When necessary, translates in local language for the Head/Director of the Office and/or official personnel using the vehicle. Drives vehicle on field trips, as required.
- Ensures cost-savings through proper day-to-day use of the assigned vehicle and accurate day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through daily vehicle logs, timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes and water levels and car washing so that the vehicule is kept clean and in good running condition at all times. Provides inputs to preparation of the vehicule maintenance plans and reports, etc. Arranges for for the vehicle to be inspected and repaired at the officially designated workshop; checks the vehicle prior to and after the workshop visit.
- Ensures availibility of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle registration, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicule; keeps track of insurance and other tax formalities. Ensures timely, accurate and correct reporting of accidents. Assist on installations and use the HF, VHF radio and satellite phone in the vehicle.
- Delivers and collects mail and documents and other items as required. When not driving, may perform other duties, such as photocopying, binding, assisting with filing, paying some office bills etc.
- Additional activities that may be required to ensure the success of the work team.
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COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Completion of secondary school or equivalent; drivers training with a valid driver’s license/Uzbekistan driving license (minimum category B) preferred.
Work Experience:
- Three years of work experience as a driver with international organizations;
- Knowledge of local road networks within assigned duty station is required;
- Experience working with the UN, a UN agency or an international organization;
- Demonstrated ability to thrive within a complex multicultural and multinational environment.
Languages:
- Fluency in written and oral Uzbek and Russian, basic knowledge of English is required.
Skills/Competencies:
- Proven excellent communication skills;
- Ability to work in multi-cultural environment;
- Ability to work under pressure, manage heavy workloads and meet tight deadlines, paying close attention to details and quality of work.
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BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS
UNESCO’s salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan etc.
The approximate annual starting salary for this post is US$ 11,516.
For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult our Guide to Staff Benefits.
SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.
The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as an interview.
UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.
Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.
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