The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is recruiting a Driver in Banjul.
Job Identification: 29239
Posting Date: 02/16/2026, 05:19 PM
Application Deadline: 03/02/2026; Location: Banjul, The Gambia; Full time
· Locations Banjul, Gambia
Agency: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Grade: G2; Vacancy Type: Fixed Term
· Practice Area: Conflict Prevention, Peacebuilding and Responsive Institutions
Education and Work Experience: High School Certificate
Required Languages: English
Desired Languages: Any local languages
· Vacancy Timeline: 2 Weeks
Job Description
Please note the appropriate Tier indicated in the vacancy title and ensure that you hold the applicable contract as defined below.
Tier 1: UNDP, UNCDF, and UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments (defined as “internal” candidates).
Tier 2: UNDP, UNCDF, and UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers.
Tier 3: All other contract types from UNDP, UNCDF, UNV, and other agencies, as well as external candidates.
Background
After the inauguration, The Gambia’s third president in January 2017. Moving quickly to show Gambia’s citizens the benefits of democratic and accountable governance, President Barrow immediately sought the assistance of the United Nations and the international community in support of a reform agenda that included overhauling the country’s institutions, laying a new foundation of respect for the rule of law, addressing past human right abuses, and promoting national reconciliationThe Gambia became eligible for funding from the UN Peacebuilding Fund’s Peace and Recovery Facility (PRF) in September 2018 after submitting a report outlining the conflict and development situation. The report emphasised addressing conflict drivers and sustaining peace through targeted interventions.
Four Peacebuilding Priority areas were identified to guide support from 2018 to 2023. The Gambia is currently undergoing re-eligibility for PBF funding for 2024–2028. The support focuses on transitional justice, land and natural resource conflicts, women and youth participation in political and decision-making processes, and reintegration of returnees. Under the guidance of the Admin/Procurement Associate, the driver provides reliable, safe transportation to PBF programme staff, the RCO, and other senior UN officials and visitors, maintaining discretion, integrity, and responsibility, and demonstrating strong knowledge of protocol and security. The driver also demonstrates a client-oriented approach, courtesy, tact, and the ability to work with diverse national and cultural backgrounds.nds.
At the supervisor’s request, the driver may also transport operations and programme staff, consultants, experts, and UN staff on mission. The PBF Secretariat supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) Joint Steering Committee (JSC) in The Gambia by overseeing and coordinating the Peacebuilding Priority programme implementation from 2018 to 2020. The JSC is co-chaired by the Secretary General in the Office of the President and the United Nations Resident Coordinator. The Secretariat assists the JSC in monitoring and reporting on PBF projects, coordinating activities, supporting evaluations, and building capacity in peacebuilding programming and communication.
The PBF Secretariat typically consists of 1 PBF Coordinator; 1 Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist; 1 Knowledge management and Comms Associate, 1 Administrative & Finance Associate and 1 Driver.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provision of reliable and secure driving services;
Provide reliable and safe driving by operating office vehicles to transport the UNDP Resident Representative, United Nations Resident Coordinator, other senior officials, visitors, and for mail and document delivery. Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport, assisting with visa and customs formalities as needed.
- Proper use of the vehicle
Ensure cost savings by operating the vehicle efficiently, maintaining accurate daily logs, and contributing to vehicle maintenance plans and reports.
- Day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle
Ensure proper daily maintenance of the assigned vehicle by performing timely minor repairs, arranging major repairs as needed, changing oil as required, checking tyres and brakes, and maintaining cleanliness.
Perform daily vehicle maintenance by handling minor repairs promptly, arranging major repairs, changing oil as needed, checking tyres and brakes, and keeping the vehicle clean. aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle.
Ensure that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in the event of an accident. ilities: N/A
Competencies
Core
Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is a pragmatic problem solver, and makes improvements
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open-minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in the face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Completion of Secondary Education. Valid Driver’s license.
Experience:
- 3 years’ work experience as a driver; safe driving record; knowledge of driving rules and regulations, and skills in minor vehicle repair and maintenance
- Experience in the basic use of computers and relevant office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and ability to use web-based management and electronic log, file and/or scheduling systems.
- Knowledge of protocols and security requirements is an advantage.
Equal opportunity
As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures in which we operate, and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organisation. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.
UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, valued, able to thrive, and benefit from career opportunities open to all.
Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority
UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.
Probation
For all new UNDP fixed-term appointments (FTA), including for staff members being transferred or seconded to UNDP under the Inter-Organisation Agreement concerning Transfer, Secondment or Loan of Staff, on an appointment of more than one year, continuation of the appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.
Right to select multiple candidates
UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates for this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level, with a similar job description, experience, and educational requirements.
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