Job Description

2601928

Driver

Job Posting

: 14/Sep/2026

Closure Date

: 28/Sep/2026, 9:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit: FAVIE

Job Type

: Non-staff opportunities

Type of Requisition: PSA (Personal Services Agreement)

Grade Level: N/A

Primary Location

: Viet Nam-Hanoi

Duration: 74 working days

Post Number: N/A

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions. FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and cultureQualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to applyEveryone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's valuesFAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination　　All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checksAll applications will be treated with the strictest confidentialityFAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization. Organizational SettingThe Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. FAO's goal is to achieve food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With 195 members - 194 countries and the European Union, FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide and has started working in Viet Nam since 1978 with its Representation (Country Office) opened in Ha Noi.FAO is looking to recruit a Driver to provide safe, reliable and efficient transportation and logistical support to the Programme Team of FAO Viet Nam. The Driver will support the transportation needs of FAO personnel, officials, visitors and programme activities, including official missions, field travel, meetings and events. The position will contribute to the smooth and effective implementation of FAO operations by ensuring that vehicles are properly maintained, transportation arrangements are carried out efficiently, and all applicable safety, security and traffic regulations are strictly followed.

Reporting LinesThe incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative and under the day-to-day supervision of the Assistant FAO Representative (Admin).

Technical FocusThe Driver will provide safe and reliable driving services to support FAO Programme teams during official missions and field activities. The position will ensure the proper use and day-to-day maintenance of assigned vehicles, compliance with FAO safety and security procedures and traffic regulations, and provision of basic logistical support related to mission travel.

Tasks and responsibilitiesProvide reliable and secure driving services:• Drive FAO vehicles to transport Programme personnel during official missions, field visits, meetings, workshops and other programme-related activities;

• Pick up and drop off personnel at airports, hotels, meeting venues, field sites and other official locations (when required);
• Follow appropriate and safe routes and ensure timely arrival at destinations;
• Deliver and collect mail, documents and other items to Government – Offices/Embassies/Commercial Establishments/UN Offices (when required);
• Ensure that all passengers wear seatbelts at all times in the vehicles;
• Oversee and ensure that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents;
• Adhere to relevant job specific guidelines and policies of FAO such as but not limited to the vehicle management policy;
• Oversee and ensure that all vehicles comply with the Security and Safety standard established at the duty station through Security Risk Management process. Proper use of vehicle:• Ensure cost-saving by driving responsibly;
• Maintain daily vehicle logs, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil change, servicing, greasing, repairs and oversee that other drives do the same;
• Prepare and maintain data of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports. Day to day maintenance of the assigned vehicle:• Ensure that all official vehicles are kept cleaned, washed and are always in good working condition;
• Make minor repairs and make arrangements for major repairs;
• Change oil, check tire tread depth and pressure, lights, indicators, wipers, horn, clutch and brakes and ensure that any errors of warning indicators on dashboard are inspected and addressed in timely manner;
• Arrange to complete winterization of office vehicles when this is required by local traffic regulations or when travel to areas that might be affected by snow is planned.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements • Completed high school diploma

• Valid driver’s license
• At least three years of work experience as a driver in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a safe driving record

o Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, local roads and conditions, and defensive driving skills

o Skill in minor vehicle repairs

• Working knowledge of English language (C1)
• National of Viet Nam or resident of the country with valid work permit

FAO Core Competencies• Results Focus

• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency. ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONFAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.orgApplications received after the closing date will not be accepted.Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.For other issues, visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. HOW TO APPLY• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills

• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.If you need help or have queries, please create a one-time registration with FAO’s client support team for further assistance: https://fao.service-now.com/cspFAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT