European Union New Vacancy

European Union New Vacancy

European Union New Vacancy    

The European Union( EU) is an advantageous and political partnership between 27 European countries. It plays an important role in  transnational affairs through diplomacy, trade, development aid and working with global organizations. Abroad, the EU is represented through  further than 140 politic representations, known also as EU Delegations, which have a similar function to those of an embassy.

Position: Driver  

The EU Delegation to Ethiopia ensures 

The tasks of the EU Presidency in Ethiopia’s host country; 

The representation of the European Union to Ethiopia; 

The follow- up of bilateral relations in the areas of political. Advantageous, trade and external assistance cooperation (financial & specialized) 

The follow- up of EU policies in other sectors 

The follow- up of EU policies to identify opportunities for synergies and/ or in- coherences between similar policies and poverty reduction in line with policy coherence for development (Art 208 TFEU) 

Promotes and defends the values and interests of the EU 

coordinates the work of the Member States’ Embassies, particularly in the fields of EU competences, notably trade and external assistance 

Carries out CFSP (Common Foreign Security Policy) demarches as applicable; reports to Headquarters on all matters of interest for EU policies 

Carries out press and public diplomacy activities in pursuit of the below 

Ensures the long- term programming of aid and the management of programmes and devolved projects within the framework of the current reform of External Aid Management 

Ensures implementation of the Communication on a stronger Partnership to deliver Market Access by means of request access brigades 

Ensures the follow- up of EU programs in all sectors in particular the Communication on a stronger partnership to deliver Market Access by means of market access teams; provides any necessary support for visits by Members of the EEAS, Commission, Council and Parliament.  We offer  We offer a post of Driver in the Administration Section of the EU Delegation to Ethiopia. Under this post, the recruited person will be attributed functions depending on the requirements of the Delegation. Upon reclamation, the successful  seeker will enthrall the specific job function as a motorist. 

The job function may be changed in accordance with the requirements of the delegation. Under this job function, the successful  seeker 

Shall serve as specialized support staff to provide  dependable and safe driving services for staff and Callers 

Delivery and collection of mails, documents and other items 

Drives EU personnel to project sites including  sanctioned site visits within and outside Addis Ababa 

Ensures vehicle is kept in good condition at all times through addressing minor  conservation repairs and making arrangements for major repairs 

Timely change of oils, check tires,  thickets, water levels, and auto washing 

Meeting official personnel and visitors at the field 

Assist staff in loading and unloading items, mail  inventories and other equipment; 

Give support during  force work 

Perform other assignments given by the Head of Administration.  

We offer a competitive position in an international environment. Benefits, similar as transportation allowance, provident fund and medical insurance are offered to employees and their families under certain conditions.  

Selection Criteria  

Minimum Requirements  

  1. Medically fit to perform the required duties  
  2. Enjoys civil rights and permits for employment under original law;  
  3. The seeker must possess a certificate of completion from secondary school and a minimum valid 3rd- grade driving license  
  4. Minimum years of passenger vehicle driving experience with homemade and automatic transmissions;  
  5. Good English language proficiency  
  6. Microsoft Office  introductory knowledge;  
  7. suitable to provide excellent references.  

The following will be considered an asset  

  1. Certificate in Auto mechanics;  
  2. introductory knowledge of IT tools 
  3. Experience with politic missions and international organizations  

Place of Employment Delegation of the European Union to Ethiopia, Addis Ababa  

Employment Contract Indefinite  

Working hours week 37.5  

Salary Group V with a starting introductory salary of 696 EUR/ month (outstanding equivalent in Ethiopian Birr)  

Job Time Full- Time  

Job Type Contract  

Place of Work Addis Ababa – Ethiopia  Salary 696 EUR/ month   

How to apply 

The package should include a cover letter, a detailed CV as well as references of  former professional experience. The selection of eligible candidates will be done through a written test, a practical test and an interview. 

The Delegation wo n't provide additional information or discuss the selection procedure by telephone. 

Please send your application and supporting documents  to eeasjobs-157@eeas.europa.eu  

The package should include a cover letter, a detailed CV, as well as references of  former professional experience. The selection of eligible candidates will be done through written test, practical test and an interview. The Delegation wo n't provide additional information or discuss the selection procedure by telephone.  

The procedure 

  • After the deadline for applications, the applications will be reviewed by a Selection Committee set up for this purpose. The Selection Committee will prepare a shortlist of candidates who are considered to be the most suitable for the post on the basis of a  primary assessment of the information provided in their application letter and the supporting documents. 
  • The short- listed candidates will be invited to an assessment phase, which will include a written test, a Practical test and an interview- during this phase, the Selection Committee will assess the suitability of the candidates for the post. 
  • The candidates who have n't been short- listed wo n't be contacted individually. 

However, the Delegation will use the same means of publication as for this Vacancy Notice to inform the remaining candidates once the recruitment procedure has been completed and that a candidate has( or has not) been recruited. 

Deadline: October 06, 2024