Job Opportunity: Driver S1 at British High Commission, Dodoma
\nOverview
\nThe British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer, valuing difference, promoting equality, and challenging discrimination to enhance organizational capability. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds, with no discrimination based on disability, race, color, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other protected categories. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) promotes family-friendly flexible working opportunities where operational and security needs allow and operates an agile workforce, which may require undertaking other duties as reasonably required.
\nJob Details<\/p>\n
Job Category: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
\nJob Subcategory: Driver \/ Messenger
\nGrade: S1
\nType of Position: Fixed Term
\nDuration of Post: 12 months
\nLocation: Dar Es Salaam, United Republic of Tanzania
\nNumber of Vacancies: 1
\nSalary: TZS 1,122,417 monthly
\nWorking Hours per Week: 35.5
\nStart Date: October 1, 2025
\nApplication Deadline: August 19, 2025<\/p>\n
Main Purpose of Job
\nThe primary purpose of this role is to provide transport services for British High Commission (BHC) staff and authorized passengers to and from assigned destinations within Tanzania. The Driver S1 will ensure safe, efficient, and courteous transport while strictly adhering to road traffic rules, FCDO Transport Policy, BHC Transport Policy, and Post\u2019s security regulations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to provide all-round logistic support to the BHC in Dodoma. The successful applicant must be highly efficient in time management within a dynamic environment, demonstrate initiative, and maintain discretion and professionalism as a representative of the Mission.
\nRoles and Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Drive BHC staff to and from meetings and events in Dodoma and on field visits in Tanzania.
\nDeliver and collect items such as invitations, notes, messages, and packages.
\nTransport other authorized passengers as directed.
\nEnsure the safety of BHC staff and passengers while in or around official vehicles.
\nAdvise staff and passengers on safety procedures, particularly in unfamiliar situations or surroundings.
\nMonitor safety risks while driving or accompanying passengers, reacting pre-emptively and defensively as needed.
\nUtilize different routes to maximize the safety of staff and passengers.
\nMaintain confidentiality regarding BHC staff programs and information learned during duties.
\nKeep the official vehicle clean and tidy through regular washing and polishing.
\nService the official vehicle with gasoline, lubricants, coolant, and battery electrolyte, performing minor maintenance tasks and repairs.
\nReport defects or required repairs to the transport manager, ensuring proper repairs are completed.
\nAssist dignitaries and passengers with airport formalities as directed.
\nSupport staff and passengers during official functions.
\nHandle email correspondence.
\nMaintain a log of official transport-related journeys.
\nAssist the Dodoma office as the First Aider\/Deputy Health and Safety Officer.<\/p>\n
Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience<\/p>\n
Ability to communicate effectively in English and Swahili.
\nCertificate in Driving.
\nStrong interpersonal and oral communication skills.
\nComputer skills (Microsoft Office and Outlook).
\nStrong customer service skills.
\nMinimum of 3 years\u2019 experience as a driver within a government, NGO, or corporate\/office environment.
\nGood knowledge of local city roads, locations of government offices, and main roads to other parts of the country.<\/p>\n
Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience<\/p>\n
VIP driving training.
\nSpecialized driver training.
\nFirst aid certificate.<\/p>\n
Required Behaviors<\/p>\n
Developing Self and Others
\nMaking Effective Decisions
\nSeeing the Big Picture<\/p>\n
Other Benefits and Conditions of Employment<\/p>\n
FCDO Mandatory Courses
\nDefensive driving training
\nEmployees recruited locally by the British Embassy in Dodoma are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in the United Republic of Tanzania.
\nAll candidates must be legally able to work and reside in Tanzania with the correct visa\/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit.
\nThe successful candidate is responsible for obtaining the relevant permit, paying permit fees, arranging relocation, and meeting relocation costs.
\nEmployees not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
\nReference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidates.
\nAppointable candidates who are unsuccessful may be placed on a reserve list. If a similar role becomes available within 6 months, it may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.<\/p>\n
Application Process<\/p>\n
Applications must be submitted through the official tal.net site (operated by Oleeo). Applications sent through other sites will not be received.
\nEnsure applications are authentically written based on personal experiences. AI tools may only be used for formatting consistency and keyword relevance. Core content, personal narratives, and responses to behavior and skill-based questions must reflect your professional journey and achievements. Plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.
\nThe British Embassy will never request payment or fees to apply for a position.
\nRegularly log into your profile on the application system to review the status of your application.<\/p>\n
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