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 airport
or 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 delivery
to 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 or
from 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:
6. 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.

7. 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
1 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.p
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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.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 30 October 2024 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment
system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period:

From 17.10.2024 to 30.10.2024
No Fees:
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview,
processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank
accounts.
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