Driver

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.
  Context

Following the rapid political shift in Damascus on 8 December 2024, Syria is undergoing a critical period of transformation. The transition has been marked by escalating tensions with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), renewed regional disputes, and growing concerns over a potential resurgence of other groups. These developments have further intensified displacement across the country and complicated the dynamics of return, placing increased pressure on already vulnerable communities. 

In response to the evolving situation, IOM has re-established its presence in Damascus and is rapidly scaling up emergency operations across the country, while maintaining cross-border assistance in northwest Syria. To meet urgent humanitarian needs, this response aims to assist 1.1 million people with life-saving support, including shelter, winterization, health care, protection services, camp coordination and management, and early recovery assistance.

Under the overall guidance of the Supply Chain Officer and the direct supervision of the Supply Chain Assistant, the successful candidate will provide reliable and safe driving services to IOM, its officials, and visitors. While ensuring highest standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues.

1. Drive assigned IOM office vehicle(s).
2. Manage the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s) to ensure roadworthiness of the vehicles.  This includes daily checking of tires, brakes, engine oil, fan belt, etc.
3. Arrange for minor repairs and ensure that the vehicles are kept clean.
4. Ensure that the vehicles undertake regular service intervals.
5. Keep records of spare parts for vehicle(s) and conduct monthly inventory of the spare parts. 
6. Find the most direct and safe route over the best available roads to the destination.
7. Ensure that the IOM vehicle(s) is used only for official/authorized business, as advised by the supervisor.
8. Make sure that the daily log sheet is prepared, and a monthly report is prepared summarizing statistics linked to mileage, fuel consumption, etc. for the vehicle.
9. Keep a high degree of confidentiality and discreteness in discussions, which involves IOM and its officials. Take proper actions to reduce potential security threats to IOM officials and/or property within the immediate vicinity of the vehicle and along transport routes.
10. Meet official personnel at the airport(s) and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required.
11. Collect and deliver mail, documents, pouches, and other communications/items from and to the country office; go to the post office, airport, government agencies, other UN agencies, institutions, project sites, etc., to take and deliver items and communications; keep records as required.
12. When needed, assist the field office staff in performing simple clerical duties such as making and answering telephone calls, making photocopies, keeping records, etc.
13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned. Education
    • High school degree/certificate with minimum 2 years of relevant working experience or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.
    • Valid national driver’s licence. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.   Experience
      • Knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
      • Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles
      • Skills in minor vehicle repairs. 
      • Knowledge of radio, email, telephone and other applications. Skills
        • Strong Knowledge of Traffic Laws
        • Maintenance Knowledge
        • Interpersonal Skills Languages
          • For this position, fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written). IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.   Required Competencies   IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.   Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
          • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
        • Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
      • Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
    • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
14. Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 1)
15. Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.