The African Union Development Agency invites applicants who are citizens of African Union Member States for the post of Driver/Mail Runner.
Under the supervision of the Stores Assistant, the Driver will provide safe and reliable transport for authorised personnel, support airport and delivery duties, maintain assigned vehicles in line with MOSS requirements, and ensure full compliance with AUDA‑NEPAD vehicle policies and procedures.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Good knowledge of South African traffic rules and regulations, with familiarity with driving conditions and restrictions.
- Good knowledge of the provinces of South Africa, with thorough familiarity with the layout of Johannesburg and Pretoria, as well as surrounding areas.
- Experience in operating navigation devices such as Global Positioning Systems (GPS).
- Ability to read road maps and road signs effectively and plan routes to unfamiliar destinations.
- Experience in driving both manual and automatic transmission vehicles.
- Demonstrate a responsible, service-oriented attitude to work and maintain a professional appearance at all times.
- High level of professional integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with officials, passengers, and co-workers.
- Experience working in a multicultural and multinational environment.
- Strong attention to detail, particularly with regard to safety.
- Ability to remain patient, enthusiastic, and committed to delivering assignments effectively.
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic automotive inspection and maintenance procedures, including the ability to perform minor vehicle maintenance and a working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems, as well as regulations governing safe driving.
- Ability to sit and remain alert while driving for extended periods, up to an aggregate of eight (8) hours.
Education and Experience:
A High School certificate and at least a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of professional full-time chauffeur or driving experience, and an overall accident-free driving record for the past five years. Have a valid Professional Driving Permit (Code 10). Experience in a diplomatic or international organization in South Africa will be a distinct advantage.
Application: To apply, please submit the following:
- A motivation letter stating reasons for seeking employment with the NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency.
- A detailed and updated curriculum vitae (CV), not exceeding five (5) pages and indicating your nationality, age and gender.
- Three (3) referees with good knowledge of the candidate’s work, furnishing full contact details, telephone, fax and e-mail addresses.
- Certified copies of degrees and diplomas.
Remuneration:
An indicative basic salary of US$ 9,208.00 per annum plus other entitlements such as gratuity (15% of basic salary) and medical insurance among others in conformity with the rules and procedures applicable to locally recruited staff of the African Union.
Applications must be received no later than Monday, 13 April 2026
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