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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 Thailand 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 dealings with the Thai government in areas that are part of the EU’s remit.

We offer

The post of Handyman/Driver (Local Agent Group 5) in the Administration Section.  The team consists of 20 people and there are occasional atypical working hours.
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 Delegation, Deputy Head of Delegation, Administration section, and other sections and providing support, expertise and assistance to the Delegation.

Functions and duties:

• To drive for Delegation’s staff as per assignment;
• To comply with all the existing law, rules and regulations issued for the road especially the speed limit;
• To drive in a safe manner that ensures passengers safety and vehicle longevity;
• The service car under his responsibility should be well maintained and taken care of;
• Making photocopies;
• Assist in preparing the diplomatic pouches;
• Contacts with local authorities, Customs, Airport of Thailand, Thai Immigration, Department of Land Transport, and various ministries;
• Meeting rooms set up;
• Buy office supplies;
• Making photocopies;
• Assist in preparing the diplomatic pouches;  
• Minor repair in EUDEL office and minor internal removal of items and furniture.

The base salary will depend on relevant and verified employment experience, typically starting from a minimum of 31,560 Baht per month.  There is a competitive benefits package, subject to certain conditions, including a 13^th month salary, provident fund, transportation allowance, child allowance, 20 days of annual leave, and public holidays, as well as health insurance (The salary is subject to local taxes). 

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

• Must hold a secondary school and/or higher;
• 5 years of driving experience of which at least 3 years with embassy or international organisation and with valid driving licence;
• Familiarity with location of Embassies, Ministries, International Organizatins and others, within Bangkok;
• Ability to speak and understand English.

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

• Some knowledge of mechanics of vehicles;
• Good communication skills with external and internal contacts;  
• Knowledge of computer skills i.e. Word, Excel, E-mail and Internet;
• Able to work as a team member;
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment;
• Ability to understand and contribute to effective and efficient administration and procedures of the Delegation;
• Capable to execute tasks in a timely and efficient manner.