The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is seeking a reliable and professional Driver to support its high-level diplomatic and administrative operations in Geneva, Switzerland. This role plays a vital part in ensuring safe, timely, and discreet transportation services for senior officials, staff members, and official materials within and outside the Organization.
About the Company
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations dedicated to promoting the protection of intellectual property worldwide. Headquartered in Geneva, WIPO works closely with governments, international organizations, and stakeholders to foster innovation and creativity for the benefit of all.
The position is based within the Diplomatic Engagement and Assemblies Affairs Division, operating under the Sector of the Director General, and contributes directly to the Organization’s diplomatic and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
The Driver will be responsible for a wide range of transportation and logistical duties, including:
- Driving official service vehicles to transport the Director General, senior officials, staff members, visitors, documents, equipment, and supplies
- Supporting official transportation needs, including services required beyond normal working hours
- Collecting and delivering inter-organizational mail daily at the Palais des Nations
- Running official errands between WIPO and international organizations, consulates, permanent missions, state agencies, banks, airports, and post offices
- Responding promptly to official service requests from line managers
- Settling expenses related to visas, document legalizations, and other official expenditures and reporting accordingly
- Performing routine vehicle maintenance, cleaning, and refueling
- Carrying out additional related duties as required by the Division
Requirements
Education
- Secondary education or equivalent
Experience
- Minimum of one year of experience as a professional driver
- Experience driving VIPs is considered an advantage
Languages
- Excellent knowledge of French or English
- Good knowledge of the other language
- Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable
Licensing
- Valid Swiss driving license
- Clean and reliable driving record
Skills and Desired Knowledge
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Discretion, tact, courtesy, and professional appearance
- Ability to work independently while complying with internal rules and regulations
- Good knowledge of Geneva and surrounding areas (desirable)
- Familiarity with international organizations (desirable)
- Basic computer skills, including the use of Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong service orientation and attention to detail
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with a prestigious United Nations specialized agency
- Exposure to high-level diplomatic and international environments
- Fixed-term contract of one year, with a cumulative maximum of five years
- Professional development within a multicultural and diverse workplace
- Meaningful contribution to global cooperation and international governance
