Driver

Organizational Setting

The FAO Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia (REU), based in Budapest, Hungary, coordinates FAO’s work across the region. It supports Members through technical expertise, policy advice and programme implementation to strengthen food security and nutrition, promote sustainable agriculture and rural development, and advance the transformation towards more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems.

Reporting Lines

The Driver reports to the Administrative Associate, REU.

Technical Focus

Drive the staff and visitors of the Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia (REU). Ensure the safety, technical soundness and comfort of the vehicle(s) assigned.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Provide driving services to FAO employees, visitors and other parties, as assigned.
• Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, transportation/vehicle related expenditures, vehicle servicing, repairs, etc.
• Ensure day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s); check oil, water, battery, tires, etc.; perform minor repairs and timely arrange for any other repairs necessary to keep the vehicle safe and technically sound at all times; maintain the vehicle(s) in clean conditions.
• Handle local and organizational formalities when involved in an accident; ensure that in this case all organizational and local/country rules, regulations and procedures are followed correctly.
• Provide office and logistics support when required:
• Assist in setting up meetings and events
• Monitor stock of and assist in purchasing office supplies and equipment.
• Support corporate initiatives in accordance with the Corporate Environmental Responsibility Strategy to reduce emissions, increase efficiency and integrate sustainability.
• Perform other related duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements    

• Secondary school education
• Possession of valid driver's license.
• Three years of work experience as a driver. Flawless, safe driving record.
• Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and Hungarian
• National of Hungary or resident of the country with a valid work permit.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

• Good knowledge of the local driving rules and regulations; skills in minor vehicle repair.
• A high degree of punctuality and reliability is required.
• Safe driving manner. Good sense of direction and knowledge of local conditions.
• Ability to cope with extended working hours.

Selection Criteria

•     Familiarity with Corporate Environmental Responsibility requirements will be considered an asset.