Job ID
45644
Job Title
Driver
To work for
WHO | World Health Organization
Country
Syria
City
Lattakia
Field of Work
Transport/Auto park/Drivers
Job Type
Full time
Military service
Not Specified
Minimum Education Level
Less than High School
Responsibilities
1. Background and Justification
* Purpose of the Position
To provide transportation to WHO staff and visitors, as well as delivery/collection services of documents and goods, related to the official work of the WHO's office.
2. Job Description
* Objective of the Programme and the immediate Strategic Objectives
To ensure that effective WHO country presence is established to implement WHO country cooperation strategies that are aligned with Member State's health and development agendas, and harmonized with the United Nations country teams.
Organizational contest (Describe the individual role of the incumbent within the team, the guidance and supervision received and training or briefing provided to others)
Under the supervision of the Administrative Officer and the overall guidance of the WR, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services ensuring the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues. Instructions are normally given on an ad hoc basis, routine duties are carried out according to the established schedule; fulfillment of assignments is checked on a regular basis.
Summary of Assigned duties (Describe what the incumbent has to do to achieve main objectives)
The incumbent will perform the following duties:Drive office vehicles for transport of authorized personnel to different destinations, including field visits. Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport, assist with basic visa and customs formalities and other arrangements, as required.Ensure delivery/collection and customs clearance of official incoming and outgoing pouches and transportation of documents, hand-delivery of mail, parcels and other heavy items to or from UN Agencies, Ministries, Embassies, Universities, airport, etc.Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the vehicle, checks fuel, oil, battery, breaks, tyres, etc.. Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs, ensure the proper functioning and cleanliness of the vehicle.4. Log official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc.5. Procure minor supplies for the Office, obtaining invoices for local purchase and arrange to pay office telephone and other bills, as required.6. Act as a messenger within the office, if needed and perform other related duties.Achievement Activities Include: 1. Services rendered in a timely and accurate manner and office car well maintained. Maintaining all the required documents/supplies up to date; including vehicle insurance, license, registration, logs, office directory, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle; WHO rules and regulations including security and safety requirements duly ensured.
* Purpose of the Position
To provide transportation to WHO staff and visitors, as well as delivery/collection services of documents and goods, related to the official work of the WHO's office.
2. Job Description
* Objective of the Programme and the immediate Strategic Objectives
To ensure that effective WHO country presence is established to implement WHO country cooperation strategies that are aligned with Member State's health and development agendas, and harmonized with the United Nations country teams.
Organizational contest (Describe the individual role of the incumbent within the team, the guidance and supervision received and training or briefing provided to others)
Under the supervision of the Administrative Officer and the overall guidance of the WR, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services ensuring the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues. Instructions are normally given on an ad hoc basis, routine duties are carried out according to the established schedule; fulfillment of assignments is checked on a regular basis.
Summary of Assigned duties (Describe what the incumbent has to do to achieve main objectives)
The incumbent will perform the following duties:Drive office vehicles for transport of authorized personnel to different destinations, including field visits. Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport, assist with basic visa and customs formalities and other arrangements, as required.Ensure delivery/collection and customs clearance of official incoming and outgoing pouches and transportation of documents, hand-delivery of mail, parcels and other heavy items to or from UN Agencies, Ministries, Embassies, Universities, airport, etc.Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the vehicle, checks fuel, oil, battery, breaks, tyres, etc.. Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs, ensure the proper functioning and cleanliness of the vehicle.4. Log official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc.5. Procure minor supplies for the Office, obtaining invoices for local purchase and arrange to pay office telephone and other bills, as required.6. Act as a messenger within the office, if needed and perform other related duties.Achievement Activities Include: 1. Services rendered in a timely and accurate manner and office car well maintained. Maintaining all the required documents/supplies up to date; including vehicle insurance, license, registration, logs, office directory, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle; WHO rules and regulations including security and safety requirements duly ensured.
Qualifications
Education Qualifications
* Essential
Education equivalent to eight years in school.Must possess a valid professional driving license for light and heavy duty vehicles
Experience
* Essential
At least two years of professional experience in driving cars
* Essential
Education equivalent to eight years in school.Must possess a valid professional driving license for light and heavy duty vehicles
Experience
* Essential
At least two years of professional experience in driving cars
Specific Vacancy Requirements
Competencies: Generic
Describe the core, management competencies required - See WHO competency model - list in order of priority, commencing with the most important ones.
*1. Communication
*2. Knowing and managing yourself
*3. Teamwork
Describe the core, management competencies required - See WHO competency model - list in order of priority, commencing with the most important ones.
*1. Communication
*2. Knowing and managing yourself
*3. Teamwork
Salary and Benefits
The position is UNOPS/LICA2 equal to G2, as per UN salary scale.
The closure date is 30 November 2025
The closure date is 30 November 2025
About us
WHO is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations system. It is responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries and monitoring and assessing health trends.“WHO is committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates for employment. As a policy, WHO does not charge candidates any fees for recruitment process. If anyone asks you to pay money, it is fraudulent and not in WHO’s interest. Please report such incidents to the Ethics Office- ethics@who.int”z
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Nov 26, 2025
Expiry Date
Dec 26, 2025
CV Language
English
