The European Union Delegation To The Republic Of Mauritius Port Louis Is Looking For One Driver In The Administration Section

We are

The European Union (EU) is an economic and political partnership between 27 European countries. It plays an important role in international affairs through diplomacy, trade, development aid and working with global organizations. Abroad, the EU is represented through more than 140 diplomatic representations, known also as EU Delegations, which have a similar function to those of an embassy.

The EU Delegation to the Republic of Mauritius, Port Louis, works in close coordination with the Embassies and Consulates of the 27 EU Member States. We are a fully-fledged diplomatic mission and represent the European Union in areas that are part of the EU’s remit.

We offer

The post of Driver (Local Agent Group 5) in the Delegation’s Administration Section. Under this post, the recruited person will be attributed functions depending on the needs of the Delegation, and on the changes of these needs. The successful candidate will serve under the supervision and responsibility of the Head of Administration Section, providing support, expertise and assistance.

Following Main Tasks And Duties Are Currently Required

LOGISTIC SUPPORT : To transport individuals, goods and/or documents

• To ensure the transportation for the Delegation and car maintenance;
• To ensure the transportation of the staff in the execution of their official duties
• To ensure the transportation of visitors during their missions;
• To deliver in due time messages, mails, pouch etc.;
• To be responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of the vehicles fleet;
• To assist in the customs procedures when requested;
• To report on a regular basis: log book and repairs made on vehicles;
• To assist in administrative matters;
  
  

Any other task as requested by the Head of Delegation or their delegate according to the needs of the service.

Minimum requirements / eligibility criteria (necessary for the application to be considered)

• School Certificate
• Valid driving licence for at least private motor vehicles
• At least 3 years of proven experience as driver
• Availability for overtime duty
• Proficient user of Mauritian Creole, English (B1) and French (B1). Good ability to understand, read, speak and write
• Computer literate
  
  

Assets / selection criteria (basis for awarding points to select the best applicant)

• Experience in a Diplomatic Mission
  
  

How To Apply

Please submit your application, consisting of a cover letter, a CV, copies of certificates/diplomas, testimonials, driving licences and any other supporting documents to the attention of the Head of Delegation by email to DELEGATION-MAURITIUS-RECRUITMENTS@eeas.europa.eu no later than Sunday 16 November 2025 (16h00 Mauritius time).

Only complete applications received on time will be considered.

Please mention on the subject of your e-mail: [Your Name]/Post of Driver – Administrative Section

The successful candidate will be subject to a medical check, background check, etc.

The process

After the deadline for applications, the eligible applications will be admitted to the Selection by the Committee set up for this purpose.

Depending on the number of applications received, successive phases of Selection may include shortlisting of candidates based on the assessment of the information provided in the cover letter, CV, practical testing and interviews. 3 to 5 best candidates will be invited to the final interview.

Only candidates admitted to each successive selection phase will be contacted individually.

The Delegation will not supply additional information or discuss the selection procedure. During the selection process, please do not contact the members of the Selection Committee, but address your questions and comments to the Delegation’s Administration: delegation-mauritius-admin@eeas.europa.eu.

Equal Opportunities

The European Union is committed to an equal opportunities policy for all its employees and applicants for employment. As an employer, the EU is committed to promoting gender equality and to preventing discrimination on any grounds. It actively welcomes applications from all qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds. We aim at a service which is truly representative of society, where each staff member feels respected, is able to give their best and can develop their full potential.

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