The Embassy of Finland is the official representative of the Finnish government in Thailand and Cambodia.

The position of a locally employed Driver is vacant at the Embassy of Finland in Bangkok on a contract of two years with possibility of an extension upon satisfactory performance starting in 01.07.2021 or as agreed.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Ambassador’s /Charge d’Affaires driver; transport to meetings and functions
• Participate in the preparation and implementation of official visits and other events which require transport arrangements
• Transport of VIPs
• Ensure all vehicles are maintained as recommended
• Responsible of maintenance and cleanliness of cars
• Support in staff security related issues
• Assist in procurement and in maintenance tasks
• Other driver tasks, such as pick up mail, carry embassy matters in customs and other government agencies  
• Assist in other daily work, such as reception – when needed

The position is open for the period of 1.7.2021 – 30.6.2023 (further extension subject to job performance and budgetary framework).

The successful candidate should have

• at least five (5) years’ work experience in a similar position
• Availability and flexibility to work after office hours and sometimes on weekends
• Good understanding of requirements and practicing safe, proactive (anticipatory) and economical driving
• Good command in both written and spoken English is needed as well as fluency in Thai language
• Punctuality and politeness, with a high sense of integrity and responsibility
• An open-minded, positive and result-oriented approach to work with a customer service orientation
• Adaptability, to be able to work in a team and flexibility
• great interpersonal skills and team player abilities
• Residence and permit to work in Thailand
• Have a valid driving license (Class b and above)
• Submit a sealed police clearance certificate (renewable every year)
• Have a proof from transport license office about driving license not being recalled in the las five years
• Training and/or certificates in first aid and security skills are considered an asset
• Your ability to perform while keeping your composure under pressure is essential, as well as your willingness to carry out and assist in other kind of routine tasks, too.
• Good PC skills, including knowledge of MS Office (especially calendar, outlook), ability to use mobile applications, such as WhatsApp, calendar, e-mail and maps/navigation
• Experience of a previous embassy driver position is an advantage

Additional information

A security clearance will be conducted for the most potential candidate (according to the Finnish law 726/2014).

The Driver will be employed according to regulations for local staff at the Embassy of Finland in line with local Thai labor laws.

The contract will include a probationary period of 4 months. The training for the position will be arranged by the Embassy.

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For more details on the position (First Secretary Marika Knaapila-Navarrete). Please send your questions to ban.jobs@formin.fi

Please send your application and CV titled “Embassy driver” by e-mail to ban.jobs@formin.fi by Sunday, 09 of May 2021.