Career At British High Commission (BHC)
The British High Commission in Nigeria, together with the British Consulate-General in Auckland, represents the UK government in New Zealand.
The British High Commission in Nigeria, together with the British Consulate-General in Auckland, represents the UK government in New Zealand.
The British High Commission (BHC) in Nigeria, requires the services of an experienced personnel to fill the position below:
Job Title: Driver
Section: Cooperate Service
Grade: S1
Location: Abuja
Position Type: Full Time
Main Purpose of Job
► To work as part of the Corporate Services team that provides a key support service to its customer base by driving any assigned vehicle and its accompanying passengers in a safe and timely manner.
Job Description
► BHC opening hours are from 8am - 4:00pm, Monday to Thursday and 8am - 1.00pm on Friday.
► All BHC drivers operate on a shift system to provide vehicle coverage 24 hours per day, for which an allowance is paid.
► The successful candidate will be expected to undertake night shift and weekend shift working in addition to the usual day shift working.
Roles and Responsibilities
► Daily maintenance checks on BHC vehicles.
► Ensuring all vehicles are roadworthy before starting on their journey.
► Driving BHC staff to meetings and functions in and around Abuja.
► Driving BHC staff to meetings and functions in other States within Nigeria.
► Driving the BHC's Rapid Response Vehicle.
► Regular journeys to and from Abuja Airport to pick up passengers from and to the Domestic and International terminals respectively.
► Regular journeys to the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos.
► Completing accurate journey record sheets for all journeys in official vehicles.
Requirements
► Applicants must have held a full Nigerian Driving licence for at least two years, with no previous traffic convictions.
► Applicants should be presentable, courteous and have a good command of written and spoken English.
► A good working knowledge of Nigerian roads and especially the Abuja area is essential.
► Applicants who are shortlisted will be invited to take a practical driving test, written test and a competence based interview.
Resources managed:
► Vehicles
Key competences required:
► Competence 1: Changing and Improving
► Competence 2: Delivering at Pace
► Competence 3: Collaborating and Partnering
► Competence 4: Delivering a Quality Service
Language Requirements:
► Language: English
► Level: Fluent
Other skills / Experience / Qualifications
Essential on Arrival:
► Minimum of Secondary School Education ( SSCE,NECO,WASC)
► 3-5 years experience as a driver within government or NGO or corporate/office environment with valid driver's licence and ability to read and write.
Remuneration
► The job will be graded S1 with a monthly starting salary of N162, 615.00 per month.
► A successful candidate who is not liable to pay Nigerian tax will be subject to a 10 % notional tax deduction on the basic salary.
► The salary will be paid in Naira.
Application Closing Date
11th June, 2015.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit a short (1 page maximum) covering letter stating why they are a suitable candidate for the position along with a copy of their CV in English, by email to: Recruitment.Africa4@fco.gov.uk
Internal applicants should also submit the above, with a copy of their most recent (last 24 months) appraisals to the same email address.
All candidates: Please quote in the subject line, of your email, the Vacancy Notice No: 08/15 LOS and the position you are applying for.
Internal candidates, and spouses of diplomatic officers: Please quote in the subject line, of your email, the Vacancy Notice No: 08/15 LOS, and the position you are applying for, and also indicate that you are an internal candidate, or spouse of a diplomatic officer.
Note:
► All applicants must be legally able to work in Nigeria with the correct visa/status or work permit.
► The British High Commission in Abuja is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.
► Staff members recruited locally by the British High Commission in Abuja are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Nigerian employment law.
► Spouses/registered partners of UK Based Staff, are able to work within the BHC/BCG but their salary will be abated at the appropriate tax rates.
► Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted.
► If you have not heard from us 3 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Note: Any questions you may have about this position will only be answered during interview, should you be invited.
► Only electronic applications sent via email will be accepted.
Job Title: Driver
Section: Cooperate Service
Grade: S1
Location: Abuja
Position Type: Full Time
Main Purpose of Job
► To work as part of the Corporate Services team that provides a key support service to its customer base by driving any assigned vehicle and its accompanying passengers in a safe and timely manner.
Job Description
► BHC opening hours are from 8am - 4:00pm, Monday to Thursday and 8am - 1.00pm on Friday.
► All BHC drivers operate on a shift system to provide vehicle coverage 24 hours per day, for which an allowance is paid.
► The successful candidate will be expected to undertake night shift and weekend shift working in addition to the usual day shift working.
Roles and Responsibilities
► Daily maintenance checks on BHC vehicles.
► Ensuring all vehicles are roadworthy before starting on their journey.
► Driving BHC staff to meetings and functions in and around Abuja.
► Driving BHC staff to meetings and functions in other States within Nigeria.
► Driving the BHC's Rapid Response Vehicle.
► Regular journeys to and from Abuja Airport to pick up passengers from and to the Domestic and International terminals respectively.
► Regular journeys to the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos.
► Completing accurate journey record sheets for all journeys in official vehicles.
Requirements
► Applicants must have held a full Nigerian Driving licence for at least two years, with no previous traffic convictions.
► Applicants should be presentable, courteous and have a good command of written and spoken English.
► A good working knowledge of Nigerian roads and especially the Abuja area is essential.
► Applicants who are shortlisted will be invited to take a practical driving test, written test and a competence based interview.
Resources managed:
► Vehicles
Key competences required:
► Competence 1: Changing and Improving
► Competence 2: Delivering at Pace
► Competence 3: Collaborating and Partnering
► Competence 4: Delivering a Quality Service
Language Requirements:
► Language: English
► Level: Fluent
Other skills / Experience / Qualifications
Essential on Arrival:
► Minimum of Secondary School Education ( SSCE,NECO,WASC)
► 3-5 years experience as a driver within government or NGO or corporate/office environment with valid driver's licence and ability to read and write.
Remuneration
► The job will be graded S1 with a monthly starting salary of N162, 615.00 per month.
► A successful candidate who is not liable to pay Nigerian tax will be subject to a 10 % notional tax deduction on the basic salary.
► The salary will be paid in Naira.
Application Closing Date
11th June, 2015.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit a short (1 page maximum) covering letter stating why they are a suitable candidate for the position along with a copy of their CV in English, by email to: Recruitment.Africa4@fco.gov.uk
Internal applicants should also submit the above, with a copy of their most recent (last 24 months) appraisals to the same email address.
All candidates: Please quote in the subject line, of your email, the Vacancy Notice No: 08/15 LOS and the position you are applying for.
Internal candidates, and spouses of diplomatic officers: Please quote in the subject line, of your email, the Vacancy Notice No: 08/15 LOS, and the position you are applying for, and also indicate that you are an internal candidate, or spouse of a diplomatic officer.
Note:
► All applicants must be legally able to work in Nigeria with the correct visa/status or work permit.
► The British High Commission in Abuja is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.
► Staff members recruited locally by the British High Commission in Abuja are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Nigerian employment law.
► Spouses/registered partners of UK Based Staff, are able to work within the BHC/BCG but their salary will be abated at the appropriate tax rates.
► Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted.
► If you have not heard from us 3 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Note: Any questions you may have about this position will only be answered during interview, should you be invited.
► Only electronic applications sent via email will be accepted.
