British Embassy Baku
Casual Driver
Son tarix 24 iyl 2026 - [email protected]
The British Embassy in Baku is part of a worldwide network representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas. We are currently seeking applications for a Casual Driver to support Embassy operations on a flexible, ad-hoc basis.
Position Details
- Grade: S1
- Contract Type: Part-Time, Fixed-Term
- Working Pattern: Flexible hourly basis
- Location: Baku, Azerbaijan
- Salary: USD 6.81 gross per hour (paid in AZN)
- Start Date: August 2026
- Number of Vacancies: 1
About the Role
- The successful candidate will be part of the Corporate Services team and will provide driving and transport support to Embassy staff and visitors as required.
- This is a flexible position and does not require daily attendance at the Embassy. The postholder will be engaged on an on-call basis, working according to operational requirements.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Drive Embassy staff and official visitors within Baku and on regional journeys.
- Provide transport support for official visits, events and Embassy activities.
- Deliver official correspondence, invitations and courier items.
- Ensure Embassy vehicles are kept clean, roadworthy and properly maintained.
- Maintain vehicle logbooks, fuel records and journey records accurately.
- Assist with registration and de-registration of official and UK staff private vehicles.
- Comply with Embassy transport policies and procedures.
- Submit timesheets and related documentation accurately and on time.
- Carry out any other duties reasonably required by management.
- Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Valid driving licence with a clean driving record.
- Minimum 6 years' driving experience.
- Good customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional early mornings, evenings and weekends.
- Fluent Azerbaijani (minimum C1 level or equivalent).
- Intermediate English (minimum B1 level or equivalent).
- Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Experience working for an international organisation.
- Experience driving diplomatic, VIP or senior officials.
- Fluent Russian (minimum C1 level or equivalent).
Required Behaviours: Delivering at Pace, Making Effective Decisions, managing a Quality Service, Working Together, Diversity and Inclusion
Eligibility
Applicants must already have the right to live and work in Azerbaijan. The British Embassy does not sponsor work permits or residence permits.
Please submit your CV to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to the next stage of the recruitment process.
