Aug 17, British Embassy Jobs in Dar Es Salaam – Driver Vacancies

Main purpose of job:

To provide transport services for staff and other authorised passengers at the British High Commission (BHC) to and from assigned destinations within Tanzania in a safe, efficient and courteous manner, strictly adhering to road traffic rules, Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Transport Policy, BHC Transport Policy and Post’s security regulations.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in British High Commission – Dodoma, providing all-round logistic support to the mission. The successful applicant must have a clean driving licence and have a minimum of four years driving experience. The applicants also require good working knowledge of the city, its environs and other areas of the country.

The individual will need to be extremely efficient in managing their time in an environment which is dynamic and liable to change at very short notice. The individual should be able to think ahead and choose the best route for the journey, demonstrate initiative, be extremely discreet and polite in all dealings with both internal and external contacts as a representative of the Mission.

Roles and responsibilities:

Carry out daily maintenance checks on BHC vehicles located in Dodoma. Ensuring all vehicles are roadworthy and maintained to a high standard.

Drive authorised passengers to meetings and functions in and around Dodoma and also up-country.

Maintain a high degree of confidentially and discreteness in discussions and travels involving the nature of the role, passengers and destinations, etc.

Ensure the safety and security of passengers and vehicle in your care.

Supervising service providers at the office such as cleaners, contractors etc

Supporting receptionist duties in Dodoma office e.g receiving calls, welcoming guests

Support the wider work of the mission including on ensuring health and safety standards, staff wellbeing and team building.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Able to communicate effectively in English and Swahili

Certificate in Driving

Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills

Computer Skills (Microsoft Office and Outlook)

Strong customer service skills

3 years’ experience as a Driver within a government or NGO or Corporate / Office environment

Good knowledge of local city roads, locations of government offices and main roads to other parts of the country

Language requirements:

Language: English & Swahili

Level of language required: Intermediate Level

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

VIP driving training

Specialised driver training

First aid certificate

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; British Embassy Jobs in Dar Es Salaam – Driver Vacancies

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