The EU Delegation to Timor-Leste has a mandate that includes promoting the political and economic relations between the European Union and Timor-Leste, monitoring the implementation of the Association Agreement, Timor-Leste’s membership application to the EU and disseminating information on the tangible benefits of the EU’s policies and programmes.

We offer

A post of Driver in the Delegation’s Administration Section. The contract (Local agent – Group V) will be concluded as an unlimited term contract (upon the successful completion of a probation period) and will be subject to local legislation.

The new colleague will be part of a dynamic team where all members fulfil tasks that respond to the changing needs of the Delegation. The successful candidate will serve under the supervision and responsibility of the Head of Section, providing technical and support assistance.

We offer a competitive position in an international environment. The base salary will depend on relevant and verified employment experience. There is a competitive benefits package, including personal leave days and public holidays, health insurances for employees and their family (under certain conditions), and a retirement savings plan. The expected start date is 01 August 2023.

Main tasks

• Drive cars of the Delegation, strictly adhering to traffic rules – defensive driving style
• Provide safe transportation of Delegation staff or visitors in Dili and in the districts
• Daily monitor various EU Delegation cars – technical condition, including checking oil/other fluids, tools, accessories and emergency equipment
• Ensure prompt service / maintenance / cleaning (interior and exterior) of EU Delegation cars
• Immediately report to the Administration in the event of deficiencies, failures, damages or accidents
• Keep vehicle logbooks up-to-date
• Daily encode/update information on daily trips in the relevant IT applications
• Run errands for the Delegation, mail deliveries, and light clerical works
• Any other task required in the interest of the service

Minimum requirements / eligibility criteria (necessary for the application to be considered)  

• Medical fitness, excellent physical condition and eyesight

Qualifications

• Minimum Secondary Education
• Valid driving licence
• Knowledge of basic vehicle mechanics and routine vehicle care
• Excellent knowledge of Dili streets, district roads and traffic conditions/rules in Timor-Leste
• Successful completion of a professional driver/security training would be an asset

Professional Experience

• Minimum five years of professional working experience as a driver
• Experience with International Organisation or Diplomatic Mission will be an asset

Knowledge of Languages

English  ̶  Intermediate level

Tetum  ̶  Fluent

Knowledge of other European language(s), in particular Portuguese, will be an asset

                                                                      Knowledge of IT tools

Digital literacy permitting to operate EU IT applications for drivers

Personal Skills

• Excellent road behaviour, attention to the safety of passengers and other road users, strictly following the road code
• Polite manners and proper appearance at all times, formal attire may be required by duties
• Punctuality, discretion and confidentiality
• Flexibility
• Ability to work under pressure, stress resistance
• Willingness to work overtime and to undertake missions at a short notice
• Service oriented and good communication skills
• Ability to work in a team

How to apply

Please submit your application, consisting of a motivation letter and an up-to-date CV in English (preferably using the Europass format https://europa.eu/europass/en/create-europass-cv ) to the following email address:

Delegation-Timor-Leste-HOA@eeas.europa.eu  no later than 15h00 (Dili local time) on 15 June 2023.

The subject line of your application should indicate the post title: ‘’ Driver – Administration Section ‘’.

Only complete application in English received on time via indicated email will be considered.

Female drivers are strongly encouraged to apply.

The process

After the deadline for applications, the candidacies will be reviewed by a Selection Committee set up for this purpose. The Selection Committee will prepare a short-list of candidates who are considered to be the most suitable for the post on the basis of a preliminary assessment of the information provided in their application letter. The short-listed candidates will be invited to a final assessment phase, which may include a written test, a driving test and an interview.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kindly note that the Delegation will not supply additional information or discuss the selection procedure by phone. The successful candidate will be subject to a medical check-up, and a background check.