Senior Driver SC-3 (Multiple Locations)

About the opportunity

The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Senior Driver (SC-3) based in Kyiv, Ukraine, to provide reliable driving and transport services across satellite, field, and country office locations. Operating under direct supervision, the Senior Driver safely transports senior WFP staff, high-ranking UN officials, and official visitors, assisting with basic English-Ukrainian translation and airport/entry point formalities. Responsibilities include planning and assigning routes for other drivers, maintaining accurate vehicle logbooks, daily mechanical and fuel reporting, coordinating vehicle maintenance and equipment, adhering to field delivery and emergency protocols, and providing basic administrative support such as filing, photocopying, and handling bill payments.

Salary and benefits

• Attractive compensation package according to WFP terms and conditions.
• Access to online training opportunities, English language courses, and professional driving training.
• Personal and professional development through coaching, mentorship, accreditation, and internal mobility programs.
• Opportunity to work in an inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment at a Nobel Peace Prize laureate organization.

Who can apply?

• Completion of secondary school education.
• Formal driver's training with a valid driver's license/certification to operate assigned vehicles following local rules and regulations.
• Mandatory B and C/C1 driving license.
• Three (3) or more years of work experience as a driver, preferably in an international organization, embassy, or UN system, with a demonstrated safe driving record.
• Experience driving vehicles equipped with manual transmission.
• Fluency (Level C) in both English and Ukrainian languages.
• Knowledge of driving rules, chauffeur protocol, local roads/conditions, security issues, vehicle mechanical fitness, safety standards, and basic first aid.
• Desirable: Experience in defensive driving.

Required documents

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter

When to apply

• Applications close on August 30, 2026, at 23:59 GMT+02:00 (Eastern European Time / Kyiv time).

How to apply

• Submit your application exclusively online through the official WFP Workday recruitment platform.
• Ensure your candidate profile is accurate and complete, including employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable).
• Upload your CV and Cover Letter before finalizing the application.
• If experiencing technical issues with the application portal, contact global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org for support.

Additional information

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation.
• Selected candidates will undergo reference and background checks prior to appointment.
• WFP does not charge any application, processing, training, or recruitment fees.
• Appointments will not be offered to members of UN oversight bodies (e.g., ACABQ, ICSC, FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor) during their service or within three years of ceasing service.