The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has opened a call for applications to hire a driver/messenger in Havana, with the application deadline set for November 11, 2026, according to their official job portal.
The offer, published on October 28, corresponds to the vacancy 596653 and the position 137735, category G-2. The announced modality is a fixed-term contract to work at the UNICEF office in Cuba.
What requirements does UNICEF have to work as a driver?
Candidates must have at least a secondary education, a valid driver's license, and knowledge of local traffic regulations.
The required experience is specific: at least two years as a driver in an international organization, an embassy, or a United Nations system entity, with a record of safe driving.
A proficiency in Spanish and a basic level of English are also required. Minimum competencies include the safe transportation of personnel, both in institutional settings and in the field, as well as the ability to recover vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
Additional merits include experience with vehicle tracking systems and customs procedures, training in defensive driving, knowledge of the UN Mobility tool, and proficiency in using VHF radios.
Proficiency in another official UN language, such as Arabic, Chinese, French, or Russian, as well as experience in development contexts or humanitarian situations, are also highlighted as advantages. The announcement lists them as desirable qualifications, without including them among the minimum requirements.
What functions will the hired person have?
The work includes transporting staff, visitors, and UNICEF consultants, as well as moving goods and facilitating travel to field locations. It also involves welcoming officials and visitors at airports and providing basic protocol assistance.
The selected individual will be responsible for checking the condition of the vehicle, coordinating its maintenance, keeping records of trips and fuel consumption, using digital transport tools, and maintaining communication during the journeys.
The messaging and administrative support functions include the delivery and collection of correspondence, contracts, invoices, and other documents, as well as office management tasks. The complete job description is available in the PDF attached to the official announcement.
How to apply for the job and when the deadline expires
To submit the application, you need to go to the job listing 596653 and click the “Apply now” button. From there, you will access the UNICEF application system.
In its general application guide, the organization explains that most applications require an online profile, a resume, and a cover letter. Interested candidates must follow the fields and documents requested by the application form for this position.
The system allows you to save your progress and continue later. UNICEF states that it sends a confirmation email when the application is submitted, so it's advisable to check that the submission was completed.
The hiring platform sets the deadline for November 11, 2026, at 11:55 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST). Although the list of United Nations jobs in Cuba shows November 12, UNICEF's listing indicates the 11th. To avoid missing the deadline, it is advisable to refer to the latter and verify it before submitting your application.
Salary and conditions of the call for applications
The announcement does not specify a salary figure nor does it detail the duration of the fixed-term contract. The reference to category G-2 does not, on its own, indicate how much the hired individual will earn.
UNICEF informs that it does not charge for participating in any stage of the selection process nor does it request banking information from candidates. It also clarifies that it does not provide visas or work authorizations for candidates applying for general service and national officer positions.
Only preselected individuals will be contacted. The process includes verification of references, background, education, and work history; the appointment is also subject to medical authorization.
The announcement adds to other job offers published this month in the capital. On October 4th, CiberCuba reported on vacancies at the United States Embassy in Havana, with deadlines that expired between October 7th and 15th. Each announcement has its own requirements and application channel.
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