Job description
The incumbent operates safely a fully armored vehicle (FAV) to transport the Ambassador, Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM), Consul General (CG), and/or Principal Officer (PO) within the city and the surrounding areas. Ensures that the vehicle is in clean and serviceable condition and performs minor preventive maintenance.
Reports directly to the Ambassador’s OMS. Receives guidance from the RSO and GSO. Receives instructions from the COM, DCM, CG, or PO.

Job requirements
All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a security certificate
All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.
Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

• Secondary school education (diploma) or equivalent is required
• Licensing/Certifications/Training
• Valid local driver’s license.
• Three years’ driving experience as a professional chauffeur of passengers is required.
• English: Level 2 – Limited knowledge; speaking, reading & writing
• French: Level 3 – Good working knowledge; speaking, reading & writing
• Knowledge of in-country travel routes and areas. General awareness of the general political climate in the country related to protests, demonstrations, and riots.

Skills And Abilities:
• Must be able to diagnose and handle preventive maintenance and first-echelon automotive repairs.
• Ability to detect vehicle defects and report them immediately to authorities concerned.
• Must quickly and calmly evaluate risks and alternative actions always assuring the maximum safety of the passengers.
• Must be able to deal with high level officials in a relaxed and competent manner.
• Must have basic computer skills to maintain reports and for communication purposes.