• Contract type: Local Agent

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Office of the European Union Special Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina is seeking a highly qualified professional for the position of

Driver

Local Staff LC2026/03

Position available: As of 01 December 2026 

Interested candidates who fulfil the criteria must complete in English application (Europass CV format) and enclose a one (1) page motivation letter, and return it to

delegation-bosnia-and-herzegovina-eusr-personnel@eeas.europa.eu

with subject “Application Ref. No LC2026/03

The EUSR will not supply additional information or discuss the selection procedure by telephone. Please address any queries concerning this procedure or related to employment conditions and benefits to 

delegation-bosnia-and-herzegovina-eusr-personnel@eeas.europa.eu 

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Note:   Short-listed candidates will be asked to take an interview. 

Candidates who passed the interview will be invited for a testing.

Deadline for application:  22 November 2026 at 23:59 hrs (Brussels time).

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Thank you for your interest.

Terms of Reference

Position Title:                           Driver

Position reference number:    LC 2026/03

Direct Supervisor:                    Head of Finance and Administration (

Salary grade:                            Grade V (Local Staff Salary Grid)

Duty Station:                            Sarajevo

Job Purpose

The incumbent will provide safe, reliable and professional driving and related logistical support services to the EUSR team and official visitors, ensuring the proper use, maintenance and availability of assigned vehicles and appropriate reporting to the Head of Administration and Finance. 

The incumbent will report to the Head of Administration and Finance and Senior Procurement and Logistics Officer, through his/her assigned delegate, and will ensure consistent service delivery to the EUSR team.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

  • Providing safe, reliable and professional driving services using a light-duty motor vehicle (passenger vehicle, light truck, small bus) on general assignments, in all types of weather conditions, within Bosnia and Herzegovina and to neighboring countries on official missions, to transport staff and visiting personnel; Professionally representing the EUSR BiH through responsible and safe driving, appropriate conduct and wearing the approved uniform;

  • Supporting the day-to-day management of the EUSR vehicle fleet through regular physical and data checks; monitoring and anticipating maintenance, tyre replacement, insurance and vehicle registration requirements; consolidating fleet records; reporting anomalies or issues to both the SPLO and the HoFA together with proposed follow-up action; and preparing the procurement documentation required for fleet-related expenditure.

  • Maintaining appearance of vehicles, inside at all times and outside when conditions permit; and performing minor vehicle maintenance and servicing within the limits of the driver's competence;

  • Installing and removing tire chains as required by weather conditions
  • Ensuring that required vehicle documentation, safety equipment and basic supplies are available and reporting any deficiencies to the supervisor; 
  • Maintaining vehicle log-books and records detailing official trips, daily mileage, petrol consumption, oil changes etc. Review, scanning for digital archive and filing hard copies of all vehicle logs.
  • Immediately reporting accidents, incidents, vehicle breakdowns or other safety-related issues to the supervisor and completing the required reports in accordance with applicable EUSR procedures and local regulations:
  • Receiving official visitors at the airport, clearly identifying themselves as representing   the   EUSR BiH, and facilitating immigration and customs formalities; 
  • Delivering or collecting documents, materials and light equipment;
  • Coordinating daily driving assignments with the team and ensuring timely availability for scheduled journeys and official visitors; 
  • Ensuring compliance with applicable road safety requirements and EUSR procedures, including the appropriate use of seat belts and safe handling of official transportation; 
  • Performing other reasonable duties apparent or assigned to him/her. 

Professional Requirements/Qualifications

  • Completed Secondary Education

  • Minimum seven years' relevant professional experience, preferably including experience with an international organization, diplomatic mission or other multicultural working environment.

  • Technical knowledge of professional driving and basic knowledge of vehicle mechanics. 
  • Ability to operate vehicle communication and other relevant communication equipment Good knowledge of routes throughout Bosnia and Herzegovina and familiarity with routes to neighbouring countries.
  • Valid and clean driving license.
  • Experience in driving 4x4 vehicles is essential, defense driving will be advantage. 
  • Basic First Aid knowledge.
  • Good knowledge of local traffic laws. 
  • Ability to maintain simple records and complete relevant vehicle documentation. 
  • Good working knowledge of English and fluent knowledge of one of the official languages of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
  • Availability to work outside regular working hours, including occasional weekends, public holidays and emergency assignments, when required by operational needs. Physical ability to lift and carry materials and light equipment.

Competencies and Attributes

  • Ability to take initiative and work in team setting with high sense of confidentiality and flexibility;

  • Ability to operate independently and exercise sound judgement in the performance of assigned duties;

  • Ability to operate within a fast-moving environment and react appropriately to change;

  • ICT skills commensurate with the scope of the post.

  • Very good interpersonal skills to interact within multicultural environment;

General conditions

  • The Candidate will need to be certified medically fit for employment by a competent authority/person in BiH.

  • The successful candidate will be required to provide an official Certificate of Criminal Records issued by the competent authorities and hold a valid driving licence with a satisfactory driving history.

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