organization: Embassy of Denmark in Nigeria
Position: Driver
Type of Employment: Full time on local contract (with expectation of extra hours when needed)
Location: The Embassy of Denmark in Abuja; 157 Adetokunbo Ademola Crescent, Wuse II, Abuja, Nigeria.
Deadline for application: 2 May 2025
Start of work: As soon as possible and subject to Danish security clearance.
We are looking for a driver and skilled team player who is ready to take on a variety of tasks at the Embassy of Denmark in Abuja.
Main tasks and responsibilities
• Drive the Ambassador and Embassy staff to and from meetings etc.
• Dispatch and pick up Embassy mail to/from locations in Abuja
• Maintain Embassy vehicles, including armoured vehicles
• Receipt of mail, parcel and documents at the Embassy
• Perform other tasks related to Embassy business as directed by management and team leader
• Participate in competence development (global, regional and domestic)
Essential skills:
• Strong driving skills and a valid driving license
• Previous experience as a driver with international organizations and/or government agencies/Embassies or diplomats
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Knowledge of how to use a computer and basic office programmes (Outlook, Word and Excel)
Advantageous skills:
• Strong advantage if you have received traning to drive armoured vehicles
• Able to contribute positively as part of a team, helping out with various tasks as required
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures
• Being a team player but also possessing an ability to work and think independently
• Good judgement, professional integrity, adaptability, flexibility and attention to detail
Employment conditions
• You will be offered full time employment.
• Starting date as soon as possible (pending security clearance, see below)
• The contract is based on the staff rules at the Embassy of Denmark. The position is subject to a 3 months’ initial probation period.
• Your employment is subject to successful security clearance by the relevant Danish authorities.
• Working hours are 40 hours per week. However, as a driver you will be expected to do extra hours and often outside of standard working hours.
• You will be entitled to 25 days of paid holidays per year.
• Your salary will reflect your qualifications, relevant experience and proven work-related results.
• As part of your salary, you will be covered by a workplace pension scheme.
• You and your close family members will be offered reasonable coverage of sickness expenses.
Additional information
Please include a motivation letter, CV, proof of relevant education/training, recommendations and 2-3 references in English and e-mail this to the Embassy of Denmark:
abvamb@um.dk
Mark the e-mail “Embassy of Denmark – driver – (your name)” in the subject line.
Deadline for the applications: Friday 2 May 2025
The Embassy attaches great importance to equal opportunities for and therefore welcomes applications from all qualified persons regardless of race, sex, religion, age or disability.
Selected candidates will be invited for interview and tests. Interviews are expected to take place in May. Please be advised that the Mission will not be able to meet the travel costs incurred when travelling to the interview, nor the costs connected with relocation if offered a job.
Link: https://nigeria.um.dk/en/about-us/vacancies/embassy-driver
