View Vacancy - 27473 - Driver S1, Corporate Services BMK

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Driver / Messenger

Main purpose of job:
The Driver is a key member of the Corporate Services Team at the British Embassy Bamako and plays an essential role in supporting the safe, secure and efficient delivery of the Embassy's transport operations. Working under the supervision of the Transport and Logistics Manager, the jobholder will provide professional transport services to Embassy staff, official visitors, delegations and senior leadership, while contributing to the effective management and sustainability of Post's transport fleet.

The successful candidate will operate both soft-skin and armoured vehicles in accordance with FCDO safety, security and operational requirements. The role requires flexibility to support a range of operational demands, including airport movements, official visits, out-of-hours taskings, emergency transport requirements and participation in a rotational shift system designed to ensure appropriate transport coverage across Post.

The position contributes directly to Post's business continuity, transport resilience and operational effectiveness by helping maintain a reliable transport service capable of meeting evolving business, security and diplomatic requirements. The role also supports the Embassy's wider objective of delivering high-quality corporate services while ensuring the safety, welfare and mobility of staff and visitors.

Roles and responsibilities:

Transport Services for Embassy Staff and Visitors (65%)

  • Provide safe, professional and reliable transport services for Embassy staff, official visitors, VIPs and visiting delegations.
  • Conduct official movements within Bamako and, where required, outside the city in accordance with Post instructions and security guidance.
  • Provide airport pick-up and drop-off services for staff and visitors.
  • Support official events, visits and operational activities requiring transport assistance.
  • Participate in a rotational driver roster designed to ensure appropriate transport coverage across Post.
  • Perform early, standard or late shift duties, as required by operational needs.
  • Support evening, weekend and out-of-hours transport requirements when authorised.
  • Provide transport support for HMA, senior leadership and other priority taskings when required.
  • Contribute to the effective utilisation of the Embassy's transport resources and vehicle fleet.

Vehicle Maintenance and Safety Checks (15%)

  • Conduct daily vehicle inspections using a checklist.
  • Report faults or incidents promptly to the Transport Manager.
  • Ensure vehicles are clean, fueled, and roadworthy.
  • Maintain accurate records of mileage, fuel usage, and maintenance.

Security and Communication Protocols (10%)

  • Operate armored vehicles (B5/B6) in accordance with security protocols.
  • Participate in regular radio checks and maintain communication via radio or mobile phone.
  • Follow security guidance and adapt to changing risk environments.

Administrative and Logistical Support (5%)

  • Deliver letters, invitations, and parcels as required.
  • Assist with errands and support the Corporate Services team with ad hoc tasks.
  • Maintain vehicle logbooks and submit reports as needed.

Support for Emergency and Out-of-Hours Duties (5%)

  • Be available for evening, weekend, and emergency assignments.
  • Support crisis response or evacuation operations if required.
  • Demonstrate flexibility and readiness to adjust to changing schedules.
  • Valid Category C Malian Driving License: Must be authorized to drive in Mali, including armoured vehicles.
  • Minimum 5 Years of Professional Driving Experience: Demonstrates reliability and familiarity with professional driving standards.
  • Proven Experience Driving Armoured Vehicles (B5/B6): Required for operating in high-security environments.
  • Clean Driving Record: No major traffic violations or accidents.
  • Strong Knowledge of Bamako’s Road Network and Traffic Patterns
  • Ensures efficient and timely transport services.
  • Basic Vehicle Maintenance Skills: Ability to perform daily checks and report issues.
  • Effective Communication Skills in French, and Bambara: Necessary for coordination with embassy staff and external contacts.
  • Effective communication skills in English is desirable.
  • Demonstrated Reliability and Punctuality: Critical for supporting time-sensitive diplomatic operations.
  • Flexibility to Work Evenings, Weekends, and Overtime: Must accommodate embassy schedules and emergency duties.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including participation in rotational shift patterns, airport movements, evening duties, weekend coverage and emergency taskings where operationally required.
  • High Level of Discretion and Confidentiality: Must demonstrate trustworthiness and the ability to handle sensitive information and situations discreetly, especially when transporting diplomats or official documents
  • Advanced Defensive Driving Certification (From a recognized international provider): Demonstrates mastery of evasive maneuvers, threat detection, and secure transport techniques, especially valuable in high-risk environments.
  • Experience Supporting Crisis Response or Emergency Operations: Shows readiness to operate under pressure during evacuations, natural disasters, or civil unrest, aligning with embassy contingency planning.
  • Experience Handling Protocol for High-Level Delegations or VIPs: Familiarity with ceremonial procedures, diplomatic etiquette, and security coordination during official visits.
Delivering at Pace, Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service
28 September 2026
S1
Permanent
35.5
Africa
Mali
Bamako
British Embassy
1
XOF 352,925 (Base salary is subject to tax and other statutory deductions)
monthly
2 November 2026

Learning and development opportunities:

  • Language Training, Tactical Driving Training, Vehicle Maintenance Training, any other learning initiatives supported by Post’s learning and development committee. 

Please ensure that your application is authentically written based on your own experiences. If AI tools are used, their usage must only be limited to specific tasks such as ensuring formatting consistency and keyword relevance. The core content, personal narratives, and responses to behaviour and skill-based questions must genuinely reflect your professional journey, experiences, and achievements. We place great importance on originality and individual effort throughout the application process. Any form of plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.

The British High Commission will never request any payment or fees to apply for a position
The base salary is subject to tax and other statutory deductions
Employees recruited locally by the British Embassy in Bamako are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Mali.
All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit
The responsibility lies on the successful candidate to:
1.Obtain the relevant permit
2.Pay the fees for the permit
3.Make arrangements to relocate
4.Meet the costs to relocation
Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
Information about the Civil Service Success Profiles can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles
Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidates
Please log into your profile on the application system on a regular basis to review the status of your application
Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 12 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate

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