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Senior Driver

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

Saudi Arabia

On-site

SAR 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

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Job summary

A humanitarian organization is seeking a Senior Driver based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role involves driving for high-ranking officials, vehicle maintenance, and supporting logistics. Candidates must have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and an excellent command of Arabic. A driving license and auto mechanics certification are essential. This position offers unique opportunities to engage in essential humanitarian work while contributing to vital operational support in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

2 years relevant experience with completion of primary education or higher.
Candidates should hold a driving license and auto mechanics certificate.

Responsibilities

Drive UNHCR vehicles mainly for the Head of Office.
Perform day-to-day maintenance of assigned vehicles.
Log official trips, daily mileage, and gas consumption.

Skills

Excellent writing and communication skills in Arabic

Good command of Office 365

Basic Vehicle Mechanical Skills

Driving Rules and Regulations

Education

High school diploma or higher

Tools

Driving License

Auto Mechanics Certificate

Deadline for Applications

January 10, 2026

Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)

A (least hardship)

Family Type (not applicable for home-based)

Family

Staff Member / Affiliate Type

UNOPS LICA3

Target Start Date

2026-01-01

Desired Candidate Profile

The Senior Driver LICA3 position is located within the Multi‑Country Office (MCO) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Under the supervision of the Snr Administrative Associate, the incumbent will perform essential roles in transportation and logistics arrangements made by the office to handle all requests from the executive office, protection unit, ER & PSP, in addition to supporting Admin/Finance activities in MCO Riyadh.

The incumbent would be expected to have a good command of Office 365 and should have experience working in Saudi Arabia and preferably with organizations in the context of humanitarian operations, Diplomatic Missions, or UN Agencies.

Language requirement: The incumbent needs to have excellent writing and communication skills in Arabic. Knowledge of English is desirable.

Candidates should be Saudi national or holding transferable Saudi valid residency. Shortlisted candidates will be required to conduct a driving test and interview.

Standard Job Description

Senior Driver

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

The Senior Driver mainly drives for the Head of Office and other high‑ranking officials. The incumbent is normally supervised directly by the Administrative Officer/Associate/Assistant or other staff member when the scale of the operation requires it. Besides driving, s/he is responsible for upkeep and maintenance of the assigned UNHCR vehicle(s) as per technical guidance and specifications established by the Organisation. S/he must follow strict instructions and security guidance provided by the supervisor. While the basic function of a Senior Driver is to drive the official vehicles of UNHCR, s/he may be called upon to perform minor maintenance and repair of UNHCR vehicles and may perform clerical, maintenance and other support services that are deemed necessary for office administration. S/he may also provide interpretation services.

The Senior Driver has regular contacts with staff within the UNHCR Office and with others (including partners, government authorities, etc.) outside UNHCR involving limited exchange of information.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross‑functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR's core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties

Drive UNHCR vehicles mainly for the Head of Office and other high‑ranking officials.
Drive UNHCR vehicles for the transport of authorized passengers, deliver and collect documents, and other items.
Meet official personnel at airports or other locations and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required.
Perform day‑to‑day maintenance of the assigned vehicles; check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc. and ensure that the assigned UNHCR vehicles are road or waterway worthy and maintained up to the established security standards.
Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs and ensure that the vehicle is kept clean.
Ensure that the steps required by rules and regulations, or other local requirements, are taken in case of involvement in an accident.
Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc., and prepare reports on usage as required.
Ensures valid documentation for passengers, items or cargo in vehicle.
In the absence of an interpreter, assist with basic interpretation services.
Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).
Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Professional Work Experience

For G3D - 2 years relevant experience with completion of primary education or high school diploma or higher.

Certificates and/or Licenses

Driving License (essential)
Auto Mechanics Certificate (essential)

Functional Skills

DV-Driving Rules and Regulations (essential)
DV – Basic Vehicle Mechanical Skills (essential)

Language Requirements

For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.

For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.

For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

Legal & Ethical Standards

All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe and empowered to perform their duties. This includes no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power. All must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue and speak up and seek guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.

Required Languages

Arabic – Excellent

Desired Languages

English – Desirable

Additional Qualifications