Driver/Logistics Officer at Embassy of Ireland

Position: Driver/Logistics Officer

Job Time: Full-Time

Job Type: Permanent

Place of Work: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Salary: Euro 701.11/month

Application Deadline: June, 27/2022

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 Embassy Driver/Logistics Officer is responsible for driving embassy staff as necessary, vehicle maintenance, and providing logistical and procurement support to the work of the embassy. This role involves a wide variety of tasks as detailed below.

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.

• Driving embassy staff to and from official engagement and picking up official visitors as required;
• Maintaining the official vehicle (bringing for regular services, washing and cleaning, etc) 
• Check the condition and accessories of vehicles before and after each trip and report any problems to the direct supervisor;
• Assisting in the renewal of the Embassy's car insurance vehicle registration and any other administration related to the vehicle;
• Keeping track of mileage, fuel and toll expenses;
• Proper recording and reporting of accidents according to the Ethiopian Traffic law;
• Expedite/Liaise different affairs of the Embassy with government and Non-government organizations such as banks, customs, telecommunications, water & electricity authority, immigration, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, etc.
• Assisting with Embassy events - transporting and loading equipment as required;
• Daily collection/delivery of post;
• Managing the dispatch of diplomatic letters;
• Collecting proforma invoices and purchase items from suppliers upon request by directsuperervisor
• Working with residence/chancery on various repairs and maintenances, paying monthly utility bills, liaising with the residence supporting staff and assisting with other logistical duties at the chancery or residence as required;
• Carry out other tasks as requested by the head of logistics

Job Requirements

Essential Requirements:

• The candidate must have completed at least high school education;
• Candidates must be very good in English: (language test may be included as part of the shortlisting process)
• A minimum of five years previous driving experience working with embassies, non-governmental organizations or international organizations;
• Valid 3rd-grade driving license, and highly competent driving skills; (A Driving test will be part of the recruitment process;)
• A very good geographical knowledge of the country and ability to use GPS/Online Maps;
• Knowledge of mechanics, safety and health skills
• A high-level discretion, commitment and reliability
• A flexible attitude, good judgment and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Excellent punctuality and time management;
• Availability to work out of hours and additional hours as required
• The successful candidates must have a legal entitlement to live and work in Ethiopia prior to recruitment
• Salaries will be paid directly into your bank account, all employees are therefore required to have a bank account;

Start Date: Immediate

Location: Embassy of Ireland, Addis Ababa

Contract Duration: Three years contract with the possibility of renewal

Work Hours: 48 hours per week including evening and weekend work. Additional payment or time off in lieu for hours in excess of 48hours per week. Individuals unavailable to work out of hours should not apply for this post

Salary: Entrypoint of scale for Grade 4 (Euro 701.11 per month including tax)

Eligibility: Candidates must have a permanent, legal right to reside and work in Ethiopia and will be subject to employment and taxation law

Application Form: The application form can be obtained

• On Embassy's Website https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/ethiopia/ or
• through an email request to ADDISABABAExternalEmail@dfa.ie or 
• In-person from the reception desk, Ireland Embassy (Hard Copy)

How to Apply

Please send only the completed application form to ADDISABABAExternalEmail@dfa.ie or

with a postal address Ireland Embassy, P.O.Box: 9585, Addis Ababa or

in-person at the reception desk of the Embassy

before the closing date with "Application for Driver/Logistics Officer" in the subject line

it is envisaged that competency-based interviews (including language and driving skills testing) for selected candidates will take place during June 2022

Depending on response rates, the deadline may be extended. please note that only shortlisted 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 with respect on individuals who come under consideration for appointment. Enquires may also be made with the police. If unsuccessful, this information will be destroyed. if the applicants subsequently come 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 Addis Ababa is committed to a policy of Equal opportunity