The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Israel is looking for a Senior Driver.

We are

The Embassy represents the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Israel and is based in the greater Tel Aviv area. The interests are manifold: economic (trade, investment and innovation), political (maintaining good ties with Israel, addressing regional and global challenges), consular and cultural. Specific services are rendered to victims of World War II. The Embassy team, headed by the Ambassador, consists of 27 colleagues – 19 local employees and 8 expatriates.

We offer

We are looking for a Senior Driver. We offer a competitive position in an international environment: gross basic monthly salary is between 12.839 – 19.259 NIS (depending on experience and subject to taxation in Israel); for 37.5 hours per week (working week is Monday to Friday 13.30) and flexibility with regards to working times.

General

As a senior driver you will drive the Ambassador to various appointments, events and function as required. You will assist in facilitating official delegations and other incoming missions. You will provide logistical and administrative support to the embassy and will give adequate service to clients, inside as well as outside the embassy.

Responsibilities

-Driving the Ambassador;
-Assisting in driving delegations and official visits;
-Ensuring technical service and maintenance of the official vehicles;
-Providing administrative support for the embassy;
-Running errands inside as well as outside the office;
-Dispatching of official documents to MFA and other governmental offices;
-Handling Embassy mail and running other official errands for the Embassy and diplomatic
staff.
-Handling and coordinating issues relating to maintenance of the office and residence.

Qualifications

-A valid driving license, a clean driving and criminal record;
-Experience in professional driving, preferably for another Embassy;
-Fluency in Hebrew and English (speaking, reading, writing), Dutch is an advantage;
-Good computer based skills;
-Ability and willingness to roll up sleeves, proactive approach.
-Excellent networking and communication skills.
-Team player, result oriented, flexible.
-Israeli citizenship or a valid work permit for Israel.

How to apply

Please send your application, consisting of 1) a letter in Dutch or English outlining your motivation, and 2) your CV in Dutch or English, to Mrs. Wilma Blok, Operations Manager of the Netherlands Embassy Tel Aviv: wilma.blok@minbuza.nl.

Deadline for applications is October 28, 2024 at 12.00 hours. The selection procedure consists of an evaluation of the applications to identify the candidates fulfilling the minimum requirements. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.

The Embassy is an inclusive and diversity‐friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.