United Nations Driver Job Vacancy 2026 – G-3, Addis Ababa

The United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is inviting qualified applicants to apply for the Driver, G-3 position in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This full-time recruitment opportunity involves transporting UN personnel and authorized visitors, maintaining assigned vehicles, delivering official documents, and supporting transportation and protocol-related duties.

Application Deadline: October 22, 2026

Job Summary

• Organization: United Nations – Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
• Job Title: Driver, G-3
• Job Opening ID: 286004
• Job Network: Logistics, Transportation and Supply Chain
• Job Family: Transportation
• Job Category: General Service and Related Categories
• Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Recruitment Type: Position-Specific Job Opening
• Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Required Training: Driver training and a valid driver's license
• Application Deadline: October 22, 2026

About the Organization

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) works to promote and protect human rights worldwide. This position is based at the OHCHR Regional Hub for East and Southern Africa in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The Driver will report to the Programme Management Officer (workstream lead), under the overall guidance of the Regional Director or a delegated representative.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will perform the following duties:

• Safely transport UN OHCHR personnel, other UN visitors, and authorized individuals in accordance with applicable protocols.
• Deliver parcels, documents, and other materials between the office and external institutions, including ministries, embassies, and permanent missions.
• Make minor purchases and collect urgent supplies from local vendors as requested.
• Collect goods from customs while complying with relevant customs procedures and regulations.
• Meet official personnel at the airport and assist with immigration and customs formalities when required.
• Communicate professionally and tactfully with officials, visitors, and other stakeholders.
• Conduct routine vehicle checks, including oil, water, battery, brakes, and tires.
• Keep assigned vehicles clean, perform minor repairs, and arrange additional repairs when necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes, lubrication, and other vehicle maintenance activities.
• Follow the required procedures in the event of a vehicle accident.
• Contribute information to vehicle maintenance plans and reports.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Education and Driver Training

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Driver training is required.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Work Experience

• Experience working as a driver with a safe driving record is required.
• Experience driving different makes and models of motor vehicles, including vans and vehicles with both manual and automatic transmissions, is required.
• Experience performing protocol-related duties, including transporting officials and visitors, is required.
• Experience working within the United Nations Common System or a similar international organization is desirable.

Language Requirements

• English is required.
• Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency at UN Level II in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Required Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate the following competencies:

Professionalism

• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
• Familiarity with local roads, highways, frequently used routes, and relevant safety and security considerations.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, meet deadlines, and perform duties efficiently and responsibly.

Communication

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Strong listening skills and the ability to interpret information correctly, clarify instructions, and communicate appropriately with different audiences.

Accountability

• Ability to take responsibility for assigned duties and deliver work within established time, cost, and quality standards.
• Commitment to following organizational rules and procedures and taking responsibility for work outcomes.

Assessment and Selection

The evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise followed by a competency-based interview.

Important Employment Conditions

• This position is subject to local recruitment.
• Applicants for General Service and related-category positions must be authorized to work for the United Nations at the duty station.
• Eligible applicants selected from outside Addis Ababa are responsible for their relocation expenses.
• Staff recruited locally are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.
• Extension of the appointment depends on the continuation of the mandate and/or availability of funds.
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Reasonable accommodation may be available for applicants with disabilities upon request.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants should submit their applications through the official United Nations recruitment platform, inspira.

Apply Online:
Apply Online

Job Opening ID: 286004
Application Deadline: October 22, 2026

Applicants should carefully follow the instructions in the online recruitment platform and ensure that all application information is complete and accurate. Applications must be submitted before the deadline.

Recruitment Fraud Warning: The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of its recruitment process, including application, interviews, processing, or training.

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