Driver
We are
The European Union (EU) is an economic and political partnership between 27 European countries. It plays an important role in international affairs through diplomacy, trade, development aid and working with global organizations. Abroad, the EU is represented through more than 140 diplomatic representations, known also as EU Delegations, which have a similar function to those of an embassy.
The EU Delegation to the Syrian Arab Republic, Damascus, works in close coordination with the Embassies and Consulates of the 27 EU Member States. We are a fully-fledged diplomatic mission and represent the European Union in dealings with the Syrian government in areas that are part of the EU’s remit.
We offer
The post of a Driver (Local Agent Job Profile of a skilled manual post, Group V) in the Delegation’s Administration Section. under a fixed-term employment contract of 2 years, with a possibility of renewal under reserve of budgetary availabilities and operational considerations. For internal candidates holding an indefinite-term contract, alternative contractual arrangements may apply in accordance with institutional policies. The team consists of 5 people and there are occasional atypical working hours.
Under this post, the recruited person will be attributed functions depending on the needs of the Delegation, and on the changes of these needs. The successful candidate will serve under the supervision and responsibility of the Head of Administration.
Following main tasks and duties are currently required:
- Driving the Ambassador, staff and visitors
- Organise cleaning and maintenance of the Delegation’s vehicles
- Pick-up and drop-off staff and visitors to and from the airport
- Driving staff on missions throughout Syria and neighboring countries
- Provide support in the organization of meetings and events
- Support with data entry into accounting databases
- Assist with small tasks related to inventory
- Ad hoc tasks relating to the activities of the Section and the Delegation.
The base salary will depend on relevant and verified employment experience. There is a competitive benefits package, subject to certain conditions, including personal leave days and public holidays, health insurances and a retirement savings plan.
The expected start date will be 1 June 2026
Minimum requirements / eligibility criteria (necessary for the application to be considered)
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Completion of secondary education
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Valid Syrian driver’s license D1 for road vehicles up to 11 tonnes
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Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a driver
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Working knowledge (B1) of English or French and (C1) of Arabic [
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Right to residence and work in Syria
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Good standing as citizen/resident
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Medical fitness to carry out the tasks assigned.
Assets/selection criteria (basis for awarding points to select the best applicant)
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Experience in driving armoured vehicles
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Armoured Vehicle Training Certificate
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Defensive Driving Certificate
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First Aid Training
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Good level of computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, WEBEX, Skype etc.)
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Basic knowledge of accounting
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Basic knowledge of inventory management
How to apply
The applicant must apply by sending in separate pdf documents
- a cover letter, signed
- a Curriculum Vitæ (to include, at the minimum, exact job titles, employers’ names and detailed tasks descriptions) using one of the Europass templates available at:
All documents to the following email address:
And mention in the email’ subject:
“ Ref: 324436 – JOB TITLE: Driver “
no later than 02 MAY 2026.
Caution: The applicant must verify that he/she fulfils all the conditions. For easy verification, the applicant must mark all the squares r relating to each document or application condition. The absence of one of these conditions or documents is a reason for the rejection of the application
The process
After the deadline for applications, the eligible applications will be admitted to the Selection by the Committee set up for this purpose.
Depending on the number of applications received, successive phases of Selection may include shortlisting of candidates based assessment of the information provided in the cover letter, CV; practical testing and interviews. At least, the 3 best candidates will be invited to the final interview and test.
Only candidates admitted to each successive selection phase will be contacted individually. The Delegation will not supply additional information or discuss the selection procedure. During the selection process, please do not contact the members of the Selection Committee, but address your questions and comments to the Delegation’s Administration.
The successful candidate will be subject to a medical check and a background check.
Candidates who wish to lodge a complaint regarding the recruitment process may submit a written communication to the functional mailbox to which they sent the initial application. Upon receipt, the Delegation will review the matter and, where appropriate, consult Headquarters before providing a response.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:
The European Union is committed to an equal opportunities policy for all its employees and applicants for employment. As an employer, the EU is committed to promoting gender equality, preventing discrimination on any grounds and ensuring a zero tolerance approach to any form of harassment. It actively welcomes applications from all qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds. We aim at a service which is truly representative of society, where each staff member feels respected, is able to give their best and can develop their full potential.
If pre-selected, candidates with disabilities are invited to contact the Delegation (delegation-syria-hoa@eeas.europa.eu) in order to accommodate any special needs and provide assistance to ensure equality of opportunities with other candidates.
If a candidate with a disability is selected and recruited, the EEAS is committed to appropriate measures in order to accommodate his or her special needs to the working place or working conditions in accordance with Art 4 of the Decision ADMIN(2025)13 of the Director-General for Resource Management of the European External Action Service on providing reasonable accommodation for local staff with disabilities working in Union Delegations.
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