Driver

The Driver will provide reliable and secure driving services using the assigned IOM vehicle to transport staff and visitors, ensuring vehicle maintenance and compliance with safety and security regulations. The role includes managing vehicle upkeep, facilitating official transport needs, and coordinating with local authorities as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide reliable and secure driving services by utilizing the assigned IOM vehicle to transport IOM staff members and visitors.
• Movement shall take place as per the authorized routing following UN Department of Safety and Security rules and regulations.
• Manage the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle to ensure roadworthiness of the same, including daily checks of tires, brakes, engine oil, battery, fan belt, etc.
• Ensure vehicle registration, insurance and regular service are taking place in timely manner.
• Perform minor repairs, arrange for major repairs, and ensure that the vehicle is kept clean and in good running condition at all times.
• Make sure that the vehicle always has full tank prior to departure especially for long trips.
• Find the most direct routing over the best available roads to the aimed destination.
• Meet official personnel at the airport and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required.
• Negotiate, liaise and coordinate with local authorities to facilitate vehicle movements in designated areas, when required.
• Ensure that the IOM vehicle is used only for official/authorized business, as advised by the Logistics/Fleet Officer.
• Make sure that the daily logbook is instantly updated after each movement.
• Ensure that the fuel receipts to be provided to the Fleet Manager for consumption monitoring purpose.
• Keep a high degree of confidentiality and discreteness in discussions, which involves IOM and its officials.
• Take proper measurements to reduce potential security threats to the passengers within the immediate vicinity of the vehicle and along transport routes.
• Deliver and collect goods, mail, documents and other items as assigned.
• Ensure that the steps required by the local rules and regulations (pertaining to driving) are taken in case of involvement in accident.
• Identify any apparent problems during the trips and report them to the Fleet Manager.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Senior Logistics / Procurement Officer or Direct supervisor.

Requirements

• Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution with at least two years of relevant professional experience.
• Valid Driving License.
• Adequate knowledge of local traffic laws and routes of the duty station.
• Defensive driving techniques.
• Previous experience in working with IOM or other international organizations in the field.
• Fluency in Turkish and English.
• Ability to abide by IOM's values including inclusion, respect for diversity, integrity, transparency, professionalism, courage, and empathy.

Skills

• Valid driving license
• Defensive Driving
• Knowledge of traffic laws
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Transportation Coordination
• Safety and Security Compliance
• Experience with International Organizations
• Route planning

Languages

Turkish, English