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Driver (NPSA-2)
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Posted on Aug 5, 2026
Tiered Approach
In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:
- Tier 0: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.
- Tier 1: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments
- Tier 2: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers
- Tier 3 or no tier indicated: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates
Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.
Background
This UNDP Project is an integral component of the broader Uzbekistan - Sustainable Rural Development Project that would be financed and executed by the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB). The overall objective of UNDP Project is to empower and build capacities of local partners (communities, architects, engineers, local authorities) in developing and implementing local development plans and promoting locally relevant green and energy efficient as well as digital solutions. The Project aims to build capacities of targeted communities and partners in adopting and implementing environmentally friendly solutions. The Project will also confer positive impacts on human development through increased economic opportunities and wellbeing of targeted communities. Climate-related concerns will be mainstreamed into decision-making at all levels, facilitating climate-resilient and energy efficient development from the community level up to the regional level. The project takes a people-centered, gender sensitive and climate risk-informed holistic approach.
The Driver will be contributing to the achievement of the project outputs through the organization of the transportation aspects of the project activities.
Scope of Work
Duties and Responsibilities
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Provide reliable and secure driving services using project vehicle
• Drive project vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel, including international experts, and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items within Samarkand and other pilot regions when required•Always drive safely and responsibly.
• Assist the project in delivery of official correspondence to the regional departments of Ministries, with logistics, including customs clearance, visit airport and warehouse in this regard
• Meet official personnel at the airport and facilitates, immigration and custom formalities as required.
• Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, checks oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, electrolyte levels etc
• Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc. and report to PM monthly.
2. Ensure cost-saving through proper use and day-to-day maintenance of the assigned office vehicle
• Perform minor repairs which does not require special tools; ensures that the vehicle is kept clean;
• In the beginning of each month (first week) the Driver will be asked for providing brief report about technical condition of the vehicle and planned expenses for the month to ensure timely and quality maintenance of the vehicle.
3. Take all immediate actions required by rules, regulations, and laws in case of involvement in accidents.
• Ensure that all necessary action is taken in timely manner in case of involvement in accidents and traffic rules violations in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations and full respect of local laws
4. Perform other duties within incumbent’s functional profile as assigned and deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the office and Organization.
• Additional duties may include assisting with pouch, procurement, workshops, and other administrative tasks
Institutional Arrangement
Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, Driver will provide effective transportation services at the central level in timely and secure manner following UNDP corporate rules and procedures.
Competencies
Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
Business Management: Communication
Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels.
Business Management: Customer Satisfaction/Client Management
Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs.Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ways to add value beyond
clients' immediate requests. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns.
Ethics: UN Policy Ethics
Knowledge and understanding of the UN Staff Regulations and Rules and other policies relating to ethics and integrity.
Administration & Operations: Vehicle management
Knowledge of policy & procedures on fleet management
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Secondary education is required. A valid driving license is required (category B)
Experience:
Minimum 2 years (with secondary education) of work experience as a driver with a safe driving record
Required skills and competencies
Proven track record of good knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair
Experience in the basic use of computers and relevant office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and ability to use web-based management and electronic log, file and/or scheduling systems
Desired additional skills and competencies
Previous work for an international organization and companies would be considered an advantage
Proven experience in client orientation
Experience of working in a team.
Experience in vehicle maintenance
Required Language(s) (at working level)
Fluency in Uzbek and Russian is required.
Knowledge of English is advantage.
Female candidates encouraged to apply.
Travel:
Official travel expected in project target regions of Uzbekistan with performing the functions of Driver.
Equal opportunity
As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.
UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.
Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority
UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.
Right to select multiple candidates
UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
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Duties and Responsibilities