Closing date
28 October 2025DRIVER, G3
Posting Title : DRIVER, G3
Job Code Title : DRIVER
Department/ Office : Resident Coordinator System
Location : MALE
Posting Period : 29 September 2025-28 October 2025
Job Opening number : 25-TRA-RCS-264733-R-MALE (X)
Staffing Exercise : N/A
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Org. Setting and Reporting
The UN Secretary-General launched on 1 January 2019 a bold and new global reform which repositioned the UN Development System to deliver more effectively and efficiently with the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals. As part of this reform, UN Resident Coordinator Offices (UN RCO), under the leadership of an empowered and independent UN Resident Coordinator - the highest-ranking official of the UN Development System and Representative of the UN Secretary-General at country level - support countries in the achievement of their development priorities and the attainment of the SDGs. This position is located in the Resident Coordinator's Office in Male, Maldives, and reports to the Head of Resident Coordinator's Office/Team Leader.
Responsibilities
Within limits of delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
• Drives vehicles safely for the transport of authorised personnel and in in office related transportations
(equipment, furniture, relocation of equipment and office relocation, etc).
• Makes regular deliveries of parcels, documents, etc., between the UN office and other offices and institutions, e.g. Ministries, Embassies, Permanent Missions, Banks etc.
• Makes minor purchases and collect urgent purchases from local suppliers as requested. Collect goods from the customs with due regard to customs regulations and formalities. May make or collect payment for goods.
• Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities as required.
• Deals effectively and tactfully with officials and visitors.
• Takes care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tries, etc.; perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs and ensures that the vehicle is kept clean.
• Maintain an inventory of vehicle equipment.
• Logs official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc.
• Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident.
• Applies good judgment in the context of assignments given.
• Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.
• Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.
• Assists with office hospitality and office maintenance (fixture/physical follow-up) as required.
• Performs other duties such photocopying, moving files, assist in physical work related to disposal of various items, etc.
• Provide support for access control for the office.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of driving rules and regulations. Knowledge of the area and the
current condition of roads and highways, security and safety awareness; familiarity with frequently
traveled routes and routines of the more senior staff or the officers. Shows pride in work and in
achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious
and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by
professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or
challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender
equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Relevant first-level university degree may be accepted in lieu of two years of required experience.
Job Specific Qualifications
A valid National professional Driver's License is required.
A defensive driving certification is desirable.
Work Experience
A minimum of two (2) years of progressive responsible experience as a driver with a safe driving record is required.
Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans and other kinds of motorized vehicles is required.
Work Experience with the United Nations or International organization is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening,
English and Dhivehi are required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in
these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org
for details).
Required Languages
Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking
English UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II
Dhivehi UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include a practical assessment/exercise which may be followed
by competency-based interview
Special Notice
This is a Fixed Term position. Appointment against this post is on a local basis and is open for an
initial period of one year (1) year and extension will be subject to availability of funds, budgetary
approval or extension of the mandate.
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candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
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