ODIHR is hiring Driver with personal vehicle in Hînceşti for the Election Observation Mission to Moldova (EOM/MLD)

Background:

Following an official invitation to observe the 28 September parliamentary elections in Moldova, and in accordance with its mandate, Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has deployed an Election Observation Mission  (EOM) for these elections. In this respect, ODIHR is looking to recruit local support staff for the below positions on a full-time basis:

Driver with Vehicle

Dates of employment (tentatively): 22 AUG - 03 OCT

Application deadline: 18.08.2025, 12:00 PM. 

Please send your CV  to hr-moldova@odihr.pl indicating the position and the region for which you are applying (e.g. EOM/MLD Driver with Vehicle in Hînceşti).

Requirements:

• Moldovan citizen or hold a permanent residence is required.
• Completed primary education, secondary education is preferred;
• At least two years of relevant work experience and “clean” driving licences. 
• Experience in driving officials for international organizations is an asset;
• Possession of vehicle in excellent technical condition;
• Possession of all relevant documentation for driving the vehicle (relevant licences, vehicle passports and power of attorney if the driver is not the legal owner; as well as proof that the vehicle has sufficient 3rd Party Liability Insurance);
• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and chauffeur courtesies;
• Punctuality and discretion;
• Ability to perform minor repairs;
• Knowledge of Romanian is essential; 
• Knowledge of Russian and English is an asset.

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Drives LTO Team in their area of observation (AoO);
• Responsible for day-to-day maintenance of the vehicle, checks oil, water, brakes, etc
• Assists the LTOs in locating road maps and city maps of the AoO;
• Gathers information on distance separating cities, towns and villages in the AoO and on road conditions in the AoO;
• Ensures that the car in a clean state inside and outside;
• Logs all trips in the log sheet;
• Ensures that rules and regulations are followed in case of involvement in accident; 
• Performs other duties as required.

Benefits: 

• Expand cultural and political awareness;
• Contribute to democratic processes;
• Strengthen organizational and field skills;
• Build international organisation experience;
• Networking opportunities.

Remuneration: is commensurate with the qualifications of the incumbent and requirements of the post, and is similar to those offered under the United Nations Common System for general services employees (in accordance with established OSCE rates). Social security will include participation in the OSCE life and accident disability insurance scheme.

Application procedure: Those interested in applying should forward their most recent curriculum vitae in English to hr-moldova@odihr.pl until 18.08.2025, 12:00 CET indicating the position for which you are applying (e.g. EOM/MLD Driver with Vehicle in Hînceşti).

The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply.