Driver and Administrative Clerk

The International Labour Organization (ILO) Country Office for Ukraine, in partnership with the Government of Ukraine, social partners, and leading energy enterprises, intends to launch a new initiative to protect, retain, and equip Ukraine’s energy workforce for urgent repairs and resilient recovery, to be funded by the Government of the Netherlands.This project prioritizes immediate worker protection while laying the groundwork for longer-term modernization and reskilling, ensuring both continuity of energy supply and progress toward Ukraine’s decentralized, greener energy system in line with its recovery, resilience, and EU accession pathway.

The Project will introduce a position of a Driver and Administrative Clerk as part of the Project team to provide reliable and safe driving services ensuring the highest standards of discretion and integrity and sense of responsibility. The Driver and Administrative Clerk is accountable for arranging train station / airport VIP and protocol services and customs clearances when receiving high-level delegations. Driver and Administrative Clerk is required to plan and organise workload while remaining aware of changing priorities and competing deadlines, and shift from one task to another to meet multiple support needs. 

Project is expected to start in February 2026.

The Driver and Administrative Clerk reports to the Field Security Officer (FSO), working in close cooperation with other Drivers within the Country Office team. The incumbent operates with some operational independence in carrying out assignments while receives guidance on the technical, administrative and security aspects of the duties from the FSO. 

A minimum of three years of relevant work experience with a safe driving record. Driving experience with a UN agency, diplomatic or international organization. Two years’ general clerical work would be desirable.

Technical competences - Proven ability to drive safely in local traffic conditions including driving experience during conflict/war time, including driving through checkpoints and high-risk areas near regions bordering the front line. Ability to work under pressure and adapt to rapidly changing circumstances. Familiarity with security protocols in conflict zones. Familiarity with the VHF Radio/Satellite phone/STARlink. Ability to undertake minor vehicle repair and maintenance tasks. Excellent knowledge of local roads and conditions, driving rules and regulations. Good knowledge of chauffeur protocol and courtesies. Good knowledge of security issues. Good knowledge of rules and procedures on vehicle management including maintenance of official vehicles and knowledge of mechanics and maintenance and repair of vehicles. 

Knowledge of general office procedures, administrative rules and regulations and work-related methods. Ability to use computers for word processing and data entry or record keeping. Ability to maintain records and files of moderate complexity. Proven ability to keep accurate records of the use of vehicle. Basic computer skills to record information in IT systems. 

 
Behavioural competences - Ability to understand and follow work instructions. The ability to work in a multicultural environment and gender-sensitive behaviour and attitudes are also required. Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; Ability to plan and organize own work, to work in a team and under pressure; excellent communication skills both in writing and orally; must demonstrate responsible behaviour and attention to detail. Must display high standards of ethical conduct. Must demonstrate honesty, integrity and discretion.