Driver to the Swedish Embassy in Maputo, Mozambique

The Embassy of Sweden is currently seeking to recruit a Driver based in Maputo. The position is full time.

The contract is 12 months with possibility of extension, the probationary period is 3 months.

Job description:

• Drive Embassy vehicles safely and make sure passengers arrive securely and in time to appointments.
• Responsible for maintenance of the embassy’s vehicles, including cleaning
• Ensures that the Embassy vehicles are insured
• Handles administration of the Embassy cars
• Handles and documents the Embassy’s import/export and the practical management of posted staff’s moveables, office material and other imported goods to the Embassy
• Conducts messenger duties including the mail.
• Assists posted staff purchase and sale of vehicles and driving license,
• Performs various office, administrative and practical tasks
• Perform other tasks when needed

Requirements and desirable criteria:

• A valid professional drivers license and driving record clean (without remarks).
• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant professional experience as a driver. Similar work experience at an embassy or international organization will be an advantage.
• Fluency in Portuguese and English (spoken and written).
• Proficiency in using MS Office Packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Availability to work with flexible working hours and occasionally willing to travel inside and outside the country.
• An ability to initiate and perform maintenance tasks and to supervise maintenance workers

The Embassy of Sweden actively promotes diversity and has a non-hierarchical organization. We delegate responsibility and encourage own initiatives, creativity, and prestige free teamwork. Normal working hours are 07:30-16:30 Monday through Friday, work during evenings and weekends may occur.

Applications, including a personal letter in English and a CV, should be submitted via e-mail to: recruitment.maputo@gov.se and the subject line should indicate the reference number UM2023/28744 . The last day of application is Friday 15 September 2023.