Driver at European Union

Responsibilities

• Drive for the Delegation’s staff and visitors as per assignment in a safe and law-abiding manner to ensure passenger safety and vehicle longevity;
• Clean, maintain, and repair the vehicles placed under his/her responsibility;
• Control the level of fuel, engine oil, radiator water, brake fluid, power steering fluid, etc.;
• Tackle the car registration formalities;
• Update the car documents, notably the vehicle logbook;
• Deliver the messages, mail, diplomatic pouch, etc.
• Assist in the customs clearance procedures when requested;
• Through knowledge of driving and mechanics;
• Familiarity with the location of major buildings (Embassies, Ministries, International Organisations, etc.);
• Sense of initiative, organization, responsibility, punctuality, and discretion;
• Capability to execute tasks in a timely and efficient manner, even when working under pressure and while respecting the driving laws;
• Good physical condition (a yearly medical check-up is obligatory);
• Knowledge of IT tools – Microsoft Office
• Self-motivated, and proactive, ability to work in a multicultural environment, both in a team and/or alone, respect for deadlines, ability to deal with stressful situations and to work under tight deadlines, and performing well under pressure;
• Communicate clearly and courteously, both with internal and external contacts;
• Work in a multicultural team, showing good interpersonal skills;
• Any other task assigned by the Head of Administration.

Requirements

• Medically fit to perform the required duties;
• Enjoys civil rights and permits for employment under the Nigerian labor law;
• Satisfactory knowledge of  English
• Lower secondary education in a relevant field and a minimum of 3 years in performing driver’s related tasks. Thorough knowledge of secretarial tasks.

The following will be considered an asset:

• A diploma in mechanics would be an asset;
• A diploma of defense driving
• An armored vehicle driving certificate 
• Previous experience in a Diplomatic Mission
• Working-level knowledge of the French language

Salary & Benefit

• Pension scheme
• N456,720 monthly.
• Medical insurance