Driver

United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women

Location:
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
Grade:
NPSA-3
Category:
General Staff
Posted Jun 17, 2026Apply by Jul 2, 2026 (5d left)

The Driver provides reliable and safe driving services to UN Women PNG Country Office and other high-ranking UN officials and visitors ensuring discretion, integrity, and excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues. The role includes driving, vehicle maintenance, and basic administrative support.

Responsibilities

  • Provide reliable and secure driving services including driving office vehicles for authorized personnel and delivering mail and documents.
  • Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport and assist with visa and customs formalities when required.
  • Ensure all passengers wear seatbelts and take immediate actions in case of accidents.
  • Adhere to UN Women vehicle management policies and security standards.
  • Drive responsibly to contribute to environmental sustainability and cost savings.
  • Maintain daily vehicle logs and provide inputs for vehicle maintenance plans and reports.
  • Ensure the official vehicle is cleaned, washed, and in good working condition.
  • Make minor repairs and arrange for major repairs and routine vehicle checks.
  • Maintain availability of all required vehicle documents and supplies.
  • Assist office personnel with filing, photocopying, mailing, and distribution of publications and payments of bills.
  • Perform other duties as necessary for efficient office functioning.

Requirements

  • Completion of secondary education is required.
  • Valid driver’s license is required.
  • At least 2 years of experience as a driver in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a safe driving record.
  • Fluency in/working knowledge of English is required.
  • Fluency in Tok Pisin is required.
  • Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).

Skills

  • Safe Driving
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Driving protocol
  • Security Awareness
  • Administrative Support
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Experience with International Organizations
  • English Fluency
  • Tok Pisin Fluency

Languages

English, Tok Pisin