Job Title: Driver
Job No: 596787
Duty Station: Sokoto
Contract type: Temporary Appointment
Categories: Transportation
How can you make a difference?
Key Functions, Accountabilities:
- Safe and Reliable Driving Services.
- Routine Vehicle Care, Maintenance and Readiness.
- Use of Digital Tools and Tracking Systems.
- Trip Documentation and Reporting.
- Communication and Emergency Readiness.
- Support Office Operations During Idle Periods.
Minimum Requirements
- Education: A secondary education is required, along with a valid driver`s license and knowledge of local driving rules and regulations.
- Work Experience: Minimum two years of work experience as a driver (transportation, fleet management, logistics, field operations, vehicle maintenance, safety and security, administrative support, protocol, emergency response, travel coordination) in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a safe driving record is required.
- Skills: Route planning, Record keeping, Communication, Cultural sensitivity, Teamwork, Problem solving are all required skills.
- Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required.
Desirables:
- Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).
- Vehicle tracking systems, VHF HF radio operation, protocol experience, and mobility tool are considered an asset.
- Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.
UNICEF Competencies Required For This Post Are:
- Builds and maintains partnerships.
- Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness.
- Drive to achieve results for impact.
- Innovates and embraces change.
- Manages ambiguity and complexity.
- Thinks and acts strategically.
- Works collaboratively with others.
Application Closing Date
10th November, 2026; W. Central Africa Standard Time.
Method of Application
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