British Embassy External Vacancy Abbouncement
Job Position – Driver/Messenger
Required Qualification and Experience
Education: Valid and clean Grade-3 or equivalent driving license
Minimum of 3 years verifiable previous driving experience
Good knowledge of local traffic laws, roads and routes
Ability to communicate effectively in English
Flexibility to work outside regular regular hours when needed
Basic computer skills – Microsoft Office Tools & email communication
Salary :USD 373.59
Location (City):Addis Ababa
Application deadline :1 June 2025
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
Previous experience driving for an embassy, INGOs or corporate setting
Defensive driving certification
Basic vehicle maintenance skills
Proficiency in radio communication for coordination and security purposes
Customer service experience
Main purpose of job:
To provide transport services for staff and visitors of the British Embassy Addis Ababa to and from assigned destinations within Ethiopia in a safe, efficient and courteous manner observing all road traffic rules as well as internal post security regulations.
Roles and responsibilities:
Safely drive HMG vehicles for FCDO staff and visitors/guests on official business, by planning and following efficient routes ensuring timely arrivals.
Perform daily inspections to ensure that all official vehicles are well-maintained, road worthy and in good working order.
Complete vehicle inspection checklists and promptly report any defects, faults or incidents that occur to the Transport Manager.
Make sure that all passengers use seat belts.
Drive the vehicle in a safe and lawful manner at all times, ensuring compliance with local traffic laws and embassy security protocols.
Conduct Airport runs to pick up/drop off HMG staff and visitors.
Liaise with Airport officials as necessary.
Provide basic administrative support when needed, such as documents and letter delivery to the right place at the specified time.
Collect mails from post office and collect news papers.
Check that all vehicle equipment and tools are secured safely and are functioning correctly.
Notify and alert the Deputy Transport Manager for vehicle servicing after every 5000KM run.
Ensure the vehicle is serviced, clean and is in a good condition before travelling up country trips.
Ensure vehicles are used only in accordance to FCDO transport policy, by keeping a complete and accurate journey record sheets/travel logs and fuel usage records for all journeys in official vehicles.
Wearing an official uniform and to act professionally, by maintaining confidentiality and discretion at all times.
Perform other tasks as directed by the Transport Manager/Deputy Transport Manager.
Application Link: https://fco.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-2/xf-161783481fcf/candidate/so/pm/4/pl/1/opp/24670-Driver-Messenger-05-25-ADD/en-GB
Additional information
The British Embassy will never request any payment or fees to apply for a position
Employees recruited locally by the British Embassy in Addis Ababa are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Ethiopia.
All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit
The responsibility lies on the successful candidate to:
1.Obtain the relevant permit
2.Pay the fees for the permit
3.Make arrangements to relocate
4.Meet the costs to relocation
Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
Information about the Civil Service Success Profiles can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles
Please note: Job grade AA=A1, AO=A2, EO=B3, HEO=C4, SEO=C5
Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidates
Please log into your profile on the application system on a regular basis to review the status of your application
Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 12 months, the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate