Driver

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This is an external vacancy notice open to external candidates and WTO staff. It is posted on the WTO internal as well as external career site. Eligible WTO staff on short-term, fixed-term or regular contracts and interns must apply through the Workday internal career site.

This is a Fixed-term contract funded through the regular budget. The duration will be two years with the possibility of extension, unless specified in the vacancy notice.

The WTO seeks to attract and retain staff members offering the highest standards of competence, efficiency and integrity and to build an organization that is representative of the Members and People it serves. As an equal opportunity and inclusive employer, the WTO gives full regard to competence and welcome applications from qualified candidates irrespective of age, disability status, gender, nationality, race, religion, sexual orientation, social origin or any other characteristic. Applications from non-represented Members ( link ) are particularly encouraged for all positions.

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The Secretariat of the WTO is seeking to fill a position of Driver in the Conferences and Visitors Service Section of the Finance and Corporate Services Division.

The Conferences and Visitors Service Section provides a range of high-quality conference services, ensuring that delegates, guests, and visitors to the WTO have conference facilities adequately equipped for meetings and conferences. The services provided ensure that meetings, both in the WTO and in other locations, are effectively and efficiently scheduled and supported. The Section also provides transport services to Senior Management, VIPs and transports goods and merchandises for use at the WTO.

General Functions

Reporting to the Head of Drivers Unit, the incumbent will perform the following key functions:

1.         Provide reliable and secure driving services

• Drive Senior Management and other WTO officials to and from appointments, and airports and train stations.

• Facilitate transporting for VIPs as per instructions from Head of Unit.

• Deliver to, and collect documents from Consulates, Embassies and other International Organizations in Geneva.

• Transport goods and merchandise to and from the WTO.

2.         Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance of the official fleet of vehicles

• Check and carry out first level maintenance of the service vehicles according to required standards (cleaning both inside and outside, oil, tyres etc.), ensure sound running of the vehicles assigned and inform supervisor of any anomalies.

• Maintain log of each service vehicle on a daily basis.

3.         Undertake any other assignments as requested by the Supervisor.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Completion of secondary school and/or equivalent technical or commercial school

Possession of a Swiss D1 driver's licence (sedan and minibus).

Knowledge and Skills:

Driving Skills and Expertise

1.         Driving Techniques:

• Skilled in handling various terrains, weather conditions, and traffic scenarios.
• No serious driving offences or convictions (e.g. driving bans).  The WTO reserves the right to check for such information.

2.         Navigation and Route Planning:

• Proficient in using GPS systems and navigation apps (e.g., Google Maps).
• Familiarity with local streets, highways, and alternative routes.
• Familiarity with locations of UN Agencies, Embassies and Consultates in Geneva
• Knowledge of high-traffic areas, road closures, and construction zones.

3.         Vehicle Maintenance Knowledge:

• Basic troubleshooting skills (e.g., handling flat tyres, jump-starting batteries).
• Understanding of vehicle systems such as tyre pressure, oil levels, and fluid checks.
• Awareness of regular maintenance schedules and signs of mechanical issues.

Behavioural skills:

Sense of discretion and good judgement

Maintain confidentiality

Tact and diplomacy.

Proactive and ability to find solutions for urgent and unforseen situations.

Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Patient and flexible.

The incumbent must have the following interpersonal capabilities:

Relate to and build relationships with colleagues.

Work as a member of a team, while also able to work independently to achieve his/her objectives.

Good listener and communicates clearly.

Work Experience:

Three to four years' relevant experience in an international environment/international organization.

Languages:

Fluency in English or French. Knowledge of the two other working languages of the WTO would be an advantage.

Assessment:

The language skills of shortlisted candidates will be assessed as part of the selection process.

Evaluation of qualified candidates will include a practical driving exercise which will be followed by an interview.

Additional Information:
 
Only applications from nationals of WTO Members will be accepted. 

The recruitment process will be undertaken as per Administrative Memorandum No. 976 (OFFICE(16)/15) on Staff Promotions and external recruitment through Vacancy Notices.

The initial fixed-term contract for positions up to grade 10 shall normally be two years, which shall be probationary, as per Administrative Memorandum No. 997 (OFFICE(23)/4) on Probation Policy. For Director positions, the Policy on evaluation of directors apply as per Administrative Memorandum No. 978 (OFFICE(17)/29).

The WTO may use various communication technologies such as video or teleconference for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. The recruitment process may also involve the use of various forms of testing, assessment centres, interviews and reference checks. 

Applicants may be required to sit a written examination. 

Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview. 

Candidates not selected whose performance in the selection process nevertheless shows them to be suitable for a similar position may be kept on a roster for up to 24 months, and may subsequently be called upon as and when the need arises for additional resources.

All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the closing date – Geneva (Switzerland) time – stated in the vacancy announcement. 

PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. 

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