Senior Driver

Summary of Duties:

 

Under the direct supervision of the Common Services Assistant, the responsibilities of the position holder are as follows:

• Provide safe driving services to senior officials, including the Head of Mission, program managers, mission staff, as well as visitors or dignitaries, using regular or armored diplomatic vehicles, in accordance with health and safety policies and procedures;
• Offer security recommendations to passengers regarding their travel in the vehicle;
• Use navigation applications to determine the optimal route and maintain an efficient and safe travel schedule;
• Perform regular maintenance checks and cleaning of both regular and armored vehicles. Arrange for necessary repairs and ensure vehicles are fueled and always ready for use;
• Carry out various logistical tasks, including payment of fees (tolls, monthly parking), updating daily logs, and preparing allowance forms, inspection reports, and incident reports;
• Deliver packages and official correspondence, and liaise with local authorities (airport, protocol, post office, customs, licensing), shipping companies, and other service providers to facilitate customs clearance of shipments, high-level visits, and management of diplomatic mail;
• Perform other related duties, such as protocol support, escort services, or any other activities in support of the Common Services section or other mission programs.

 

 

Area of Selection:

This selection process is open to all internal mission candidates who meet all the prerequisites—that is, all essential qualifications—and whose applications are received by the closing date.

Please note that The Embassy of Canada to Algeria does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly.

The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies.

 

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, language* and experience.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate when applying to the position how they meet each of these essential qualifications.

*Language will be assessed further during the process. 

 

Education:

Candidates will be required to provide proof of the completion of their education.

• Algerian secondary school baccalaureate or a Canadian high school diploma.

 

Language:

• An intermediate level of proficiency (reading, writing, comprehension, and speaking) in French.
• An intermediate level of proficiency (reading, writing, comprehension, and speaking) in Arabic.

 

 

Experience:

• Recent professional experience of at least two (2) years in a similar position within a diplomatic mission, an international organization, a private company, a public authority, or as a passenger driver.*
• Experience driving vehicles with both manual and automatic transmission.

* “Recent” is defined as within the past five (5) years.

 

 

RATED REQUIREMENTS

The Rated Requirements are part of the essential qualifications and are relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies. Methods of assessment for rated requirements may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview (online pre-recorded/live or in-person), role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment.

 

Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of the Wilaya of Algiers, including its train stations, airports, embassies, business centers, and highway network;
• Knowledge of local regulations related to driving, road traffic, vehicles, and road safety;
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance;
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook.

 

 

Competencies:

• Autonomy and initiative;
• Adaptability and flexibility;
• Judgment, discretion, and professional integrity;
• Effective interpersonal skills and respect for others.

 

 

Abilities: 

• Read maps, judge distances, use GPS, estimate travel time, and plan routes in advance;
• Remain calm and perform well in stressful situations.

 

 

Asset Qualifications:

Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications.

 

• Hold a valid Government of Canada reliability clearance;
• Professional experience as a VIP driver;
• Knowledge of automotive mechanics and/or first aid;
• Basic spoken English skills.

 

 

Operational Requirements:

• Willingness to occasionally work paid overtime outside of regular hours, with or without prior notice, according to operational needs (including very early mornings from 3 a.m., late evenings up to midnight, weekends, and public holidays);
• Availability required on public holidays when the embassy is open;
• Occasional travel expected for assignments within Algeria;
• The position requires driving vehicles, sitting for extended periods, and lifting packages, boxes, luggage, goods, and/or equipment weighing up to 20 to 23 kg;
• The incumbent must complete and pass specialized training to operate an armored vehicle and ensure the security of authorized mission personnel in high-risk areas.

 

 

Conditions of Employment:

Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position, and are to be maintained throughout the employment while being the incumbent of this position.

- Valid work authorization: Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period.

- Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada covering the entire employment period.

- Other conditions of employment:

Medical requirements: Meet the requirements of a mandatory medical examination, including vision and hearing tests.
Driver’s license: Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license for the entire duration of employment.

 

 

How to Apply

• You must submit your application using the "Apply online" function. Only applications submitted via VidCruiter will be considered, unless a valid reason is presented and accepted prior to the closing date.
• Do not include personal data such as; age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form, CV nor cover letter (as required). Please only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the job poster.
• You must clearly demonstrate in answering the screening questions how you meet the education and experience factors listed in the essential and asset qualifications. You must provide specific examples to demonstrate clearly how you meet the qualifications. Global Affairs Canada cannot make any assumptions about your studies nor experience. Simply saying you have the required qualifications or listing your current duties will not be sufficient. Instead, you must provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the experience. No additional information will be sought beyond what you submit in your online application.
• Candidates may be required to upload a CV and/or a cover letter in English or French. These documents may be used as a secondary source to validate the answers to the screening questions.
• Applications which do not include all of the requested documents or information and/or which are not received by the closing date will be rejected.
• Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to LES-E-Recruitment-BREU@international.gc.ca prior to the closing date. Failure to do so will result in the application being rejected.

Important Notes

• Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French).
• The language requirement for this position is identified under the essential qualifications (language). In consequence, the assessment process for this vacancy will be conducted in French.
• Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
• Candidates must provide an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
• Reference checks may be sought for candidates who succeeded all of the assessments.
• Please note that The Embassy of Canada to Algeria does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
• Before an offer of employment can be made, successful candidates must provide a local residence address as proof of residence in the specified area of selection. This information is necessary to issue a letter of offer.
• As recently announced by the Government of Canada, the Policy for Mandatory Vaccination: Canada and the Mission Network is suspended as of June 20, 2022. The Government of Canada will continue to assess the need for additional public health measures, including the possible reintroduction of a vaccination mandate at a later date.
• We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact us at LES-E-Recruitment-BREU@international.gc.ca to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
• The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at The Embassy of Canada to Algeria which might arise following the completion of this selection process.
• For Canadian citizens/residents and Canadian dual nationals, please note that it is your responsibility to enquire with the Canadian Revenue Agency about any possible taxation implications linked to an employment with the Government of Canada.