Driver Job #: req34443 Organization: World Bank Sector: Administration/Office Support Grade: GA Term Duration:ย 3 years 0 months Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment Location: Riyadh,Saudi Arabia Required Language(s): Arabic; English Preferred Language(s): Closing Date: 10/8/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC
Description
Attention: Only applicants who are nationals, legal residents, or otherwise have legal presence in the duty station independent of any employer, and who are authorized to work in the duty station, will be considered.
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Regional Context
The Middle East and North Africa, Afghanistan, and Pakistan Region serves twenty two countries across different income groups, of which fourteen are active/potentially active IBRD/IDA borrowers (Afghanistan, Algeria, Djibouti, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Pakistan, Syria, West Bank and Gaza, Tunisia, and Yemen), with a total of 251 projects and over $51 bn in total commitment. Eight are users of the Region's non-lending services, mostly on a reimbursable basis (Bahrain, Kuwait, Libya, Malta, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates).ย The mission of the region is to foster sustainable growth with a focus on job creation and poverty reduction, economic and social inclusion, and good governance. The region attaches importance to creating a supportive work environment based on the values of teamwork, transparency, trust, and client service, underlined by professional excellence. The region places high value on diversity. The region is organized into seven Country Departments (CMUs), the Office of the Regional Chief Economist, and the Development Effectiveness Unit (MNADE).
With an expanded regional strategy, the World Bank aims to help the region weather the current crises, move from stabilization to transformation, unlock its vast economic potential of youth and women, develop its human capital to adapt to global megatrends, and foster innovation (https://www.worldbank.org/en/region/mena).
Country Management Unit Context
The World Bankโs GCC Country Department is the principal liaison between the World Bank and the six Arab States of the Gulf Cooperation Council, namely Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. The GCC Country Department facilitates the provision of Reimbursable Advisory Services (RAS) from the Bank to the GCC countries, the GCC Secretariat General and GCC affiliated institutions. The GCC Country Department is managed through four offices: a Regional Office in Riyadh, KSA, a Country Office in Kuwait, a Country Office in Abu Dhabi UAE, and an HQ unit in the World Bank HQ in Washington, D.C.
The World Bankโs GCC Country Department: https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/gcc
The World Bank is seeking to recruit a highly qualified candidate for the position of Driver in the Saudi Arabia Country Office. The Driver will be based in Riyadh Country Office, will report to the Senior Executive Assistant for the GCC based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.ย ย
Roles & Responsibility:
โข Transport Bank staff to desired destinations. Drive office vehicle(s) as requested, with due regard to time schedules, apply knowledge of driving regulations, safety requirements, traffic and conditions, and preferable routes to minimize travel time.
โข Ensure that highest security standards are applied by passengers as per the Bank Road Safety guidelines and that local regulations are adhered to.ย
โข Perform the routine maintenance and cleaning of the assigned vehicle, check gasoline, oil, water, battery, brakes, signal lights, tires, etc.; conduct minor repairs and maintenance.ย
โข Take suitable precautions for the security of the vehicle and its contents when left unattended.
โข Maintain records of trips time and duration, mileage, gasoline consumption, oil changes, and servicing.ย
โข Deliver the vehicle to the designated vehicle maintenance location and ensure maintenance execution as requested.
โข Make minor purchases, collection, and delivery of required goods from local suppliers as needed for the office.
โข Undertake other assigned tasks requested by or through the Senior Driver.
Selection Criteria
Minimum Education / Experience
โข High school diploma.
โข Valid Driverโs License and good driving record.
โข A driving experience of at least six years; of which at least two years must be in an international / multinational or Development organizations.ย
โข Knowledge of Saudi Arabia driving rules and regulations.
โข Technically sound in basic maintenance of the vehicle.
โข Defensive driving skills training would be an advantage โ though not a prerequisite.
โข Linguistic skills in: English and Arabic
WBG Culture Attributes:
1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.
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