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Senior Driver

WFPKyiv, Ukraine
Category | Grade:General | SC-3Deadline:30 Aug 2026Job ID:JR113095Posted on:3 Aug 2026
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Overview

Provides safe transport for WFP leaders, United Nations officials and visitors in Ukraine and coordinates other drivers. The senior driver manages airport assistance, vehicle logs, fuel and maintenance, follows security and accident procedures, supports field deliveries and performs basic office tasks.

Department: Fleet and Transport

Languages

Required: English, Ukrainian

Minimum Experience

3 years

Estimated Salary

Not available

Responsibilities

  • Transport senior staff, officials, visitors and authorised items safely
  • Plan routes and schedules for other drivers
  • Meet official visitors and assist with visa and customs formalities
  • Maintain vehicle logs and report mechanical and fuel status
  • Coordinate maintenance, travel authorisations and onboard equipment
  • Follow field-delivery, security and accident procedures
  • Perform basic office, filing, mailing and stores tasks
  • Provide basic local-language translation during transport

Requirements

  • Completion of secondary school and formal driver training
  • Valid B and C or C1 driving licences
  • At least three years of driving experience with a safe record
  • Experience driving manual-transmission vehicles
  • Knowledge of local roads, security issues and chauffeur protocols
  • Ability to assess vehicle condition and perform minor repairs
  • Fluency at level C in English and Ukrainian

Skills

Professional DrivingRoute PlanningFleet CoordinationVehicle MaintenanceAirport AssistanceDefensive DrivingSecurity ProceduresVehicle Log ManagementMinor Vehicle RepairClient ServiceEmergency SupportAdministrative Support

Tools

RadioEmailTelephone

Additional info

  • Service-contract position advertised for multiple locations with Kyiv as the official source location
  • Applications require a CV and cover letter
  • Official closing time is 23:59 Kyiv time on 30 August 2026