IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE:ย please note that the deadline for applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicantโs location.
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1.ย Organizational context
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a. Organizational setting
ย The position is located in the Diplomatic Engagement and Assemblies Affairs Division of the Sector of the Director General.
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b. Purpose statement
ย The incumbent performs the duties related to the position of driver both within and outside the Organization.ย He/she drives an official service car to transport the Director General, staff members, equipment, documents and supplies.
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c. Reporting lines
ย The incumbent works under the supervision of and reports to the Protocol Manager.
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2.ย Duties and responsibilities
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In particular, the incumbent performs the following tasks:
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a.ย Meets, in rotation with the other drivers, the needs of the Organization (including driving the Director General or any other senior official and/or high-level visitor on official business) bearing in mind that these services may be required beyond the normal working hours of drivers (7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.).
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b.ย Collect and deposit inter-organizational mail at the Palais des Nations daily.
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c.ย Performs, in rotation with the other drivers, any errands with one of the official service vehicles between WIPO and various official institutions (international organizations, consulates, permanent missions, agencies of the State of Geneva, banks, airport, post office, etc.).
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d.ย Settles expenses for visas, document legalizations and other expenditure with the appropriate fund and reports to the line manager.
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e.ย Respond to official service requests from line managers.
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f.ย ย Perform routine maintenance, cleaning and refueling of the assigned vehicle.
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g.ย Perform other related duties as required by the Division.
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3.ย Requirements
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Education (essential)
Secondary education or equivalent.
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Experience (essential)
ย At least one year's experience of similar work as a professional driver.
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Experience (desirable)
Experience driving VIPs.
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Languages (essential)
Excellent knowledge of French or English and good knowledge of the other language.
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Languages (desirable)
Knowledge of another official UN language.
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Job-Related Competencies (Essential)
Driving license valid in Switzerland and good driving record.
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Self-management and initiative in compliance with internal rules and regulations.
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Good general appearance, discretion, tact and courtesy.
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Time management skills.
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Job-Related Competencies (Desirable)
Good knowledge of Geneva and the surrounding area.
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Knowledge of international organizations.
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Ability to use computer hardware and software (especially Word, Excel and Outlook).
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4.ย Organizational Competencies
1.ย Communicating effectively
2.ย Showing team spirit
3.ย Demonstrating integrity
4.ย Valuing diversity
5.ย Producing results
6.ย Showing service orientation
7.ย Seeing the big picture
8.ย Seeking change and innovation
9.ย Developing yourself and others.
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5.ย Information
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Monthly salary (Net of tax):ย 5,415 CHF
Please refer to WIPOโs Staff Regulation and Rules for detailed information concerning salaries, benefits and allowances.
Additional Information
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General Service posts are subject to local recruitment.ย Staff in the General Service category are recruited in the host country or within reasonable commuting distance of the Headquarters.
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Temporary appointments are renewable, subject to continuing needs, availability of budget and satisfactory performance with a maximum cumulative length of two years.