Senior Driver – Embassy of Ireland, Dar es Salaam
Job Overview
Senior Driver
Embassy of Ireland, Dar es Salaam
Our mission is to promote and protect abroad the values, interests and economic well-being of Ireland and its people. We do this under the political direction of our Ministers, through our staff at home and through our Embassy network abroad.
The Senior Driver is responsible for driving the Ambassador, and other Embassy staff as necessary, the Embassy vehicle and its maintenance, and providing administrative assistance to support the work of the Embassy. This role involves a wide variety of tasks as detailed below, including supporting the wider work of the Embassy.
Role and Responsibilities:
The precise range of duties will vary over time according to the requirements of the Embassy. Significant out-of-hours work will be expected but within the local employment law provisions. This role will include, but may not be limited to the following activities:
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Driving the Ambassador to and from official engagements, driving other Embassy staff, picking up official visitors as required;
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Monitor safety risks while driving or accompanying Ambassador and react pre-emptively and defensively as required;
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Responsibility for the safety of the Embassy staff and other passengers while they are in the official vehicles;
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Maintaining the official vehicle, registering/deregistering official and private vehicles, maintaining up-to-date documentation, arranging insurance and technical inspection of all official vehicles and any other administration related to the vehicles;
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Keeping track of mileage, fuel, and toll expenses;
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Use of electronic tools (e.g., Internet searches and GPS systems) to optimize transport;
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Assisting with Embassy events – transporting and loading equipment as required;
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Daily collection/delivery of post; managing the dispatch of diplomatic letters;
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Ensure all Embassy vehicles are stocked with relevant supplies for all extended journeys/field trips;
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Supervise transport team, reporting regularly to the Properties Management Officer;
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Organise daily and weekly transport schedule as requested by Embassy staff for official meetings, events and travel outside Dar es Salaam;
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Transport other authorized passengers as directed;
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In addition to the above, the Senior Driver will be required to carry out other functions subject to the business needs of the Embassy.
Essential requirements:
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Candidates must be fluent in English and Kiswahili; a test will apply;
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Extensive previous driving experience including at executive level;
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Clean and current driving licence(Class C), and highly competent driving skills, accident-free record for the last three immediate consecutive years;
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Possess a Trade Test Grade II Certificate from VETA or any other reputable institution;
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Holder of National Form VI certificate;
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A very good geographical knowledge of the city and region and strong knowledge of Tanzania Road Regulations and Laws;
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Security management skills, understanding of security operations and procedures;
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Vehicle mechanical and management skills;
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Able to exercise good judgement and decision making;
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Excellent administrative skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office;
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A high level of discretion, commitment and reliability;
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A flexible attitude, good judgement and the ability to work effectively as part of a team;
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Excellent punctuality and time management;
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Ability to use GPS/online maps;
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Availability to work out-of-hours and additional hours, as required;
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Medical/Health checks will apply.
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The successful candidate must have a legal entitlement to live and work in Tanzania prior to recruitment.
Terms and conditions of employment:
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The successful candidate will be hired on a fixed-term contractual basis and will be based at Embassy of Ireland, Dar es Salaam.
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Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week, with standard office hours from 08:00am to 04:30pm
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Annual Leave entitlement 24 days per annum.
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The salary for the position is TSH 1,685,909 per month and TSH 21,916,819 annually, including a 13th month, plus health insurance and training opportunities. Salaries are tax deducted and paid direct to a bank account.
How to apply
The Job Description and Application Form for this position are available on the links below.
Completed application forms should be sent via e-mail only to embassydarjobs@dfa.ie, with the subject line Senior Driver Vacancy.
Applications must be received before 17:00hrs (local time) on 23 March 2025
CV’s or cover letters will not be accepted.
No applications will be accepted after this deadline.
Selection Process:
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Depending on the number of applications received, a short-listing of candidates to be called for a competency-based interview may be undertaken based on the Essential/Key Requirements above.
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It is planned to hold interviews before the end of April 2025.
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A skills test will be included in the recruitment process;
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A second interview may be included in the recruitment process; and
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A panel may be set up depending on the calibre of candidates;
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Please note that only short listed applicants will be contacted
General Data Protection Regulation:
All personal information received will be kept in line with GDPR guidelines.
Security Clearance for Local Staff
Police security clearance 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 in Dar es Salaam is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity.