Embassy of Ireland is hiring a Head Driver, based in Maputo.
The goal of the Embassy of Ireland is to promote Ireland’s values and interests in Mozambique and in countries of secondary accreditation, in line with Ireland’s commitments to delivering the Sustainable Development Goals. Through the promotion of Ireland’s values, the Embassy seeks to contribute to a fairer, more just, secure and sustainable society in Mozambique.
The Embassy of Ireland in Maputo is seeking to recruit a Head Driver, primarily based in the Embassy in Maputo, but with occasional driving required throughout Mozambique and to South Africa. The position is full time, with a contract offered on a one-year renewable basis, including a probationary period. Competitive salary, plus benefits and training provided.
The Embassy of Ireland to Mozambique is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
The precise range of duties will vary over time according to the needs of the Embassy, but will include the following:
To be eligible the following qualifications and competencies are required:
In addition to the essential criteria above, the following criteria are desirable:
Note: Candidates must have the legal right to work in Mozambique. All locally hired staff are required to have a legal entitlement to live and work in the country prior to hiring. Salary is paid by electronic transfer, therefore a bank account is required.
Note: All applications must be submitted in English. Failure to do so will result in the application being disqualified.
Further details regarding the work of the Embassy is available on the website https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/mozambique/.
Applicants must submit a completed application form, in English, with a list of referees, including current manager, and a copy of their valid professional driver licence by the deadline of 17:00 on Monday 18 January 2021. The application form and further information can be found on the Embassy website at this address: https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/mozambique/about-us/job-opportunities/vacancy-head-driver.html. Applications must be submitted to the email address contained within the job description with the subject line ‘Application for Position of Head Driver’. All emails received will be acknowledged. Shortlisting of candidates is part of the recruitment process. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Note: All applications must be submitted in English. Failure to do so will result in the application being disqualified.
Data Protection
All personal information received will be kept in line with GDPR and Data Protection guidelines.
Security Clearance for Local Staff
Police vetting will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for appointment. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the applicant under consideration for appointment resided. If unsuccessful this information will be destroyed. If the applicant subsequently comes under consideration for another position they will be required to supply this information again.
Please note that canvassing will disqualify applicants.
The Embassy of Ireland is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity.
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