UNFPA Driver, LSC - 3, Chisinau

Terms of Reference (TOR)

for Functions under a Local Service Contract* 

Position Information

 The Position: 

Under the general direction, guidance and supervision of the UNFPA Logistics and Supply Associate and in close cooperation with the programme team, the Driver performs driving, maintenance of vehicle, clerical and logistics functions and also provides reliable and safe driving services ensuring high accuracy of work. The incumbent will be in charge of maintaining the assigned vehicle in excellent working conditions, logging mileage and keeping track of fuel consumption and vehicle service. 

The Driver provides reliable and safe driving services to UN officials and visitors ensuring the highest standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues. The Driver also demonstrates a client-oriented approach, courtesy, confidentiality, tact and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. Additionally, s/he drives the programme vehicle for transporting authorized personnel and delivery/collection of mail, documents and other items for the UNFPA Moldova office.

The Driver maintains internal contacts with UNFPA staff and visiting officials and collaborates with other drivers in the office. External contacts relate to pick-up and deliveries and arrival/departure formalities. S/he may collaborate with other UN Agency Drivers for major functions. Interacts with national and international partners in carrying out his/her duties.

You will report directly to the Logistics and Supply Associate.

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization’s response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies. 

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. 

UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact and sustained results and ensure effective external relations, communications, and partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results.

Job Responsibilities

• Drives for UN officials and staff. Ensures provision of reliable and safe driving services by: 

  a) driving office vehicles for the transport of UN staff, officials and visitors and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items;

   b) meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport including visa and customs formalities arrangement when required.

• Drives for Programme Team and performs a high number of trips in programmatic settings.
• Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.
• Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes and water levels, car washing, etc. so that the vehicle is always kept clean and in good running condition.
• Ensure proper use of vehicle maintenance plans and assistance in preparing vehicle history reports.
• Ensure availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle registration, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle.
• Keeps track of insurance and other tax formalities.
• Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident.
• Assists office staff in filing, photocopying and maintaining stores when required.
• Assists in the mailing and distribution of newsletters and publications and arranges to pay office telephone and other bills, as required.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by the supervisor

Institutional Arrangement

Under the direct supervision of the UNFPA Logistics and Supply Associate, the Driver provides safe, timely, and efficient driving and logistical support services to the UNFPA Moldova Country Office. The Driver ensures the proper operation, maintenance, and cleanliness of the assigned vehicle, in accordance with UNFPA rules, security standards, and safety procedures.

The incumbent supports programme and operational activities through regular field missions, transportation of authorized personnel, and delivery and collection of official documents and materials. The Driver is responsible for maintaining accurate vehicle records, monitoring fuel consumption, and ensuring that all mandatory vehicle documentation and safety equipment are available and valid at all times.

The Driver interacts on a regular basis with UNFPA staff and visiting officials and cooperates with other UN and partner agency drivers when required. External contacts are limited to routine operational matters such as airport pick-ups, deliveries, and coordination with service providers.

The Driver is expected to demonstrate professionalism, discretion, integrity, and a service-oriented approach, while effectively working in a multicultural environment. Any additional administrative or logistical support tasks may be assigned by the supervisor, in line with operational needs.

Competencies

Minimum Qualifications of the Successful LSC*

Disclaimer: 

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Fraudulent notices, letters or offers may be submitted to the UNFPA fraud hotline http://www.unfpa.org/help/hotline.cfm