Embassy Driver/messenger/office Assistant

Recruitment Notice - Driver/Messenger/Office Assistant

Embassy of Ireland, Holy See

Our mission is to promote and protect abroad the values, interests and economic well-being of Ireland and its people. We do this under the political direction of our Ministers, through our staff at home and through our Embassy network abroad.

The Embassy Driver is responsible for driving the Ambassador, and other Embassy staff as necessary, the Embassy vehicle and its maintenance, and providing administrative assistance to support the work of the Embassy. This role involves a wide variety of tasks as detailed below, including supporting the wider work of the Embassy.

Role and Responsibilities:
The precise range of duties will vary over time according to the requirements of the Embassy. Significant out-of-hours work will be expected but within the local employment law provisions. This role will include, but may not be limited to the following activities:

- Driving the Ambassador to and from official engagements, driving other Embassy staff, picking up official visitors as required;
- Maintaining the official vehicle (bringing for regular services, washing and cleaning etc.);
- Renewal of Embassy’s car insurance, vehicle registration and any other administration related to the vehicle;
- Keeping track of mileage, fuel, and toll expenses;
- Assisting with Embassy events - transporting and loading equipment as required;
- Daily collection/delivery of post; managing the dispatch of diplomatic letters;
- Assisting with maintenance issues at the Chancery and Residence as required;
- Assisting with other administrative duties at the Chancery or Residence as required;
Essential requirements:

- Availability to work out-of-hours and additional hours, as required;
- Extensive previous driving experience including at executive level;Security management skills, understanding of security operations and procedures;A very good geographical knowledge of Rome and experience driving in Rome;
- Ability to use GPS/online maps;
- Excellent administrative skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office;
- Able to exercise good judgement and decision making;A high level of discretion, commitment and reliability;A flexible attitude, good judgement and the ability to work effectively as part of a team;
- Excellent punctuality and time management
- Medical/Health checks will apply.

Terms and conditions of employment:

- Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, with standard office hours from 10am to 6pm
- Significant out-of-ours work is a feature of the position, within local employment law provisions, and compensation for additional hours is already incorporated into the salary.
- Annual Leave entitlement 26 days per annum.

**How to apply**:
Job Opportunities | Embassy Of Ireland, Holy See | Ireland.ie | Ireland.ie

Applications must be received before 16:30 hrs. (Local time) on 14/10/2025

Depending on response rates the deadline may be extended. Please note that only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Selection Process:

- It is planned that interviews will be held by videoconference before the end of November 2025.
- A driving skills test will be included in the recruitment process;
- A second interview may be included in the recruitment process; and

General Data Protection Regulation:
All personal information received will be kept in line with GDPR guidelines.

Security Clearance for Local Staff

Police security clearance will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for appointment. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the applicant under consideration for appointment resided. If unsuccessful, this information will be destroyed. If the applicant subsequently comes under consideration for another position, they will be required to supply this information again.

Please note that canvassing will disqualify applicants.

The Embassy of Ireland to the Holy See is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity.

Contratto di lavoro: Tempo pieno

Domande di preselezione:
Lingua:

- Italiano (Obbligatorio)
- Inglese (Obbligatorio)

Abilitazione/Certificazione:

- Patente B (Obbligatorio)