Chief of Mission Chauffeur

Summary

The U.S. Mission in Lusaka, Zambia is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Chief of Mission Chauffeur in the Executive office.

This position is open to:

• Current Employees of the Mission

Hiring Path: Open to the public

Appointment Type: Permanent

Supervisory Position: No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No

Travel Required: Not Required

Telework Eligible: No

Duties

The incumbent operates safely a fully armored vehicle (FAV) to transport the Ambassador, Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM), Consul General (CG), and/or Principal Officer (PO) within the city and the surrounding areas. Analyses the daily appointment schedule, ensuring familiarity with both a primary and alternate route to the destination, as well as potential security concerns at destination. Ensures that the vehicle is in clean and serviceable condition and performs minor preventive maintenance.

Requirements

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:

• Security certificate; or
• Public Trust security clearance.

All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.

Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (06 Weeks) upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements

Completion of high school education is required.

Qualifications

Experience:

At least three years of professional driving experience is required.

Language:

• English (Limited knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.
• Nyanja/Bemba (Good Working Knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.

Job Knowledge:

Mission's protocol procedures as it relates to the Front Office. State Department vehicle safety standards. Motor pool rules and regulations. Knowledge of the location of other Missions, host Government institutions, and NGOs. Knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations. Knowledge of in-country travel routes and areas. General awareness of the general political climate in the country related to protests, demonstrations, and riots.

Skills And Abilities:

Must hold a valid and legally obtained driver’s license. Operates level C or D armored vehicle with defensive driving skills. Must be able to diagnose and handle preventive maintenance and first-echelon automotive repairs. Ability to detect vehicle defects and report them immediately to authorities concerned. Must quickly and calmly evaluate risks and alternative actions always assuring the maximum safety of the passengers. Must be able to deal with high level officials in a relaxed and competent manner. Must have basic computer skills to maintain reports and for communication purposes.

Benefits

The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees.

For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.

Other Information

Eligible and qualified applicants receive a hiring preference in the order listed below:

1. Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM) / U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM

Applicants must accurately describe their status in their application; failure to do so may result in a determination of ineligibility for a hiring preference.

Additional Employment Considerations

The following apply to EFMs, USEFMs, and AEFMs only:

• An EFM employed on a PSA or FMA with a regular work schedule (full-time or part-time) is subject to the New Employee 90-Day Application Limitation and must work 90 calendar days in the current position before applying for other positions advertised at the Mission.
• An EFM employed on a temporary PSA or Temporary Appointment (TEMP) with an intermittent work schedule is not subject to the New Employee 90-Day Application Limitation and may apply for advertised Mission vacancies at any time.

The following apply to Locally Employed staff only:

• Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible.
• Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement, Unsatisfactory, or an MBC score of less than 100 points on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible.

The following apply to all candidates:

• Candidates who have already accepted a conditional offer of employment may NOT be extended a second conditional offer of employment unless and until they withdraw their candidacy for the first position in writing.

How to Apply

Please address all relevant experience, education, language skills (including English), and job related skills or requirements in your application.

You may edit your application any time before the vacancy closing date. If you fail to submit a complete application by the vacancy closing date of this vacancy, then your application may be disqualified for this position. Vacancy closing date: 11/16/2026.

For a copy of the complete position description, please contact the HR Office.

To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the HR Office.

Required Documents

Please upload all applicable documents to your application. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

All Applicants:

• Residency Permit (if applicable)
• Work Permit (if applicable)
• University Degree (if applicable)
• University Transcript (if applicable)
• Language Scores (if applicable)
• Driver’s License (if applicable)
• Certificate (if applicable)
• Professional License (if applicable)
• Resume/CV (if applicable)

In addition, Eligible Family Member (EFM) Applicants must submit:

• Copy of Sponsor's Travel Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• Passport copy
• DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps

Apply using the following link: https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=vkl2wnf3pt0&returnToSearch=true&jnum=78798&orgId=96