Driver

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)
The British Embassy in Cairo is looking to recruit a Driver , job
grade S1.
Main purpose of job:
The main purpose of the Driver 's responsibilities include the provision of a
safe, efficient and effective service to Embassy Staff and official visitors
when required. This includes professional and safe driver services and
providing administrative support service.
The successful candidate should be is discreet, courteous, has strong customer
service skills and ensures the vehicle fleet is always clean, in good running
condition and regular maintenance schedules are followed.
Main duties and responsibilities:
The main duties will include, but are not limited to:
* Transport passengers and supplies safely and punctually, observing local traffic regulations.
* Ensure that vehicles are fuelled, cleaned and safely maintained.
* Assist in periodic fuel and kilometre check administration.
* Ensure the integrity and upkeep of the vehicle journey record sheets.
* Help passengers at airport with customs and luggage clearance.
* Assist in VIP visits.
* Clear personal effects at the airport.
* Conduct additional duties as directed.
This list is not exhaustive and you may be required to carry out additional
duties according to business needs.
Key Behaviours:
* Making Effective Decisions - Use evidence and knowledge to support accurate, expert decisions and advice. Carefully consider alternative options, implications and risks of decisions.
* Delivering at Pace - Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive.
* Working Together - Form effective partnerships and relationships with people both internally and externally, from a range of diverse backgrounds, sharing information, resources and support
* Communicating & Influencing - Communicate purpose and direction with clarity, integrity and enthusiasm. Respect the needs, responses and opinions of others.
Essential qualifications, skills and experience
* A good level of oral Arabic and written and oral English will be required.
* Previous driving experience, with a high standard of driving skills.
* Must have a valid professional driving license and good local knowledge of locations.
* Previous experience of driving for high-level VIPs/in high-security environments.
* Good IT skills and computer literate (especially in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
* Able to work independently or within a small team.
* Ability to use your initiative to remain calm in stressful situations.
* Personal discipline is necessary, with a professional approach to duties.
* Team player who is also capable of working on their own initiative.
* Strong customer focus and ability to deliver quality service.
* Courtesy and consideration in dealing with staff and other customers. Able to present a professional image of self and the Embassy.
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
* Previous experience of driving for an embassy/ foreign diplomatic mission.
* Experience driving Armoured Vehicles.
Required behaviours
Making Effective Decisions, Delivering at Pace, Communicating and Influencing,
Working Together
Application deadline Application deadline - day Application deadline - month
Application deadline - year
‎5 February ‎2023
Grade
S1
Type of Position
Fixed Term, Full-time
Working hours per week
‎42
Duration of Post
‎12 months
Region
Middle East & North Africa
Country/Territory
Egypt
Location (City)
Cairo
Type of Post
British Embassy
Number of vacancies
‎1
Salary Currency
USD
Salary
‎475
Start Date Start Date - day Start Date - month Start Date - year
‎30 April ‎2023
Other benefits and conditions of employment
Eligibility:
Applicants must have the right to live and work in Egypt.
Remuneration:
The Embassy aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration
package for this role, including a non-negotiable gross salary of USD ‎475
per month subject to insurance and tax as per the usual regulations based on a
‎42 hours per week. Due to the nature of the work, you are expected to be
flexible to work on shift basis, during public holidays and weekends, and
after the shift timings (as and when needed).
Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary
may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
We offer a competitive package including medical benefits, performance related
bonus, recreational facilities, opportunities for job related training &
development, etc. This position is for a full-time employment, on a fixed-
term basis for one (‎1) year, subject to a ‎3-month probationary period.
There are no other allowances payable as part of this package. No
accommodation and relocation expenses are payable in connection with this
position.
The British Embassy is committed to helping staff develop in their careers
through formal and informal training and coaching. A healthy and active
Learning & Development committee supports staff in their goals. In addition,
we have access to the substantial amount of resources that the Embassy and UK
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office's International Academy provides.
Additional information
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply through the following:
* Submit an online application form, attach an updated CV and provide specific examples in the relevant sections of the online application form of how you meet the key behaviours and skills required;
* Applicants can send their CV to [email protected] or submit a hard copy CV in the Embassy Office addressing to Corporate Services HR, including a cover letter providing specific examples of how you meet the key behaviours and skills required on the following questions:
* Making Effective Decision: Give an example of a time in which you had to make a swift decision. What did you decide and what was the outcome?
* Delivering at Pace: Describe a situation that required you to manage a number of pieces of work at the same time. How did you handle it? What was the result?
* Working Together: Tell me about a time when you have collaborated with individuals or teams order to deliver a positive outcome.
Applications that do not include this information will not be considered.
Closing date of receiving applications is before ‎23:55 (local time) on ‎05
February ‎2023.
Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.
Process:
The recruitment process, including security clearance, is expected to take
around two months.
Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful at interview may be placed on a
'reserve list'. If during the reserve period of six (‎6) months the same or a
largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second
or subsequent candidate.
The start date mentioned in the job advert is a tentative start date and the
successful candidate will be required to undergo security-vetting procedures.
Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable
clearances.
Personal data collected will be treated in strictest confidence under the
terms of the UK Data Protection Act and used for recruitment purposes only.

The British Embassy Cairo is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to
inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. Staffs recruited
locally by the British Embassy are subject to Terms and Conditions of service
according to local Egypt employment law.

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