Service Contract - Driver

JOB DETAILS Type of contract : Service Contract Level : SC2 Hiring Unit : Sector For Administration and Management (ADM) Duty Station : Santiago Work location : On site Duration of contract : 6 months Hiring open to : External candidates Application deadline (Midnight UTC−4 Time) : 17/07/2026 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, ProfessionalismORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT Under the overall authority of the Director of the UNESCO Regional Ofice in Santiago, and the direct suppervision of the Senior Operatins Officer, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services in support of UNESCO Office, ensuring the highest standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues.Long Description MAIN TASKS AND SERVICES Drives the UNESCO staff, officials, visitors and authorized personnel using official/ project vehicles. Ensures provision of reliable and safe driving services. Meets official personnel and visitors at the airport and, when required, facilitates basic visa and customs formalities. When necessary, translates in local language for the Head/Director of the Office and/or official personnel using the vehicle. Drives vehicle on field trips, as required. Ensures cost-savings through proper day-to-day use of the assigned vehicle and accurate day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through daily vehicle logs, timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes and water levels and car washing so that the vehicule is kept clean and in good running condition at all times. Provides inputs to preparation of the vehicule maintenance plans and reports, etc. Arranges for for the vehicle to be inspected and repaired at the officially designated workshop; checks the vehicle prior to and after the workshop visit. Ensures availibility 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 vehicule; keeps track of insurance and other tax formalities. Ensures timely, accurate and correct reporting of accidents. Assist on installations and use the HF, VHF radio and satellite phone in the vehicle. Delivers and collects mail and documents and other items as required. When not driving, may perform other duties, such as photocopying, binding, assisting with filing, paying some office bills etc. Supporting administrative tasks and engaging in self‑directed learning during non‑driving periods Undertakes any other duties that may be required to ensure the success of the work team.Long Description Long Description Long Description Long Description DURATION OF THE CONTRACT 6 months in 2026, to be renewed subject to satisfactory performance and funding availabilityLong Description COMPETENCIES - Core (C) & Managerial (M) Communication (C) Accountability (C) Innovation (C) Knowlegde sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION A secondary education is required, A valid driver`s license and knowledge of local driving rules and regulations. WORK EXPERIENCE Minimum 3 years of work experience as a driver in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a safe driving record is required Long Description SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES The candidate must possess safe driving and vehicle maintenance skills. Emergency response, protocol compliance and digital tools experience are required. LANGUAGES Fluency in Spanish is required. Basic knowledge of English DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Defensive driving and first aid certification represent a strong asset Experience in customs procedures and protocol is desirable Demonstrate high standards of professionalism, discretion, integrity, adaptability, and