Job Announcement
Driver
Full-time Employment
| Commissioning party | Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Dag-Hammarskjöld-Weg 1-5 D-65760 Eschborn; Germany Tel. ++49-(0)6196-79-0 GIZ Tunisia – Libya Programme Rue Le Grand Boulevard de la Corniche Imm. Le Boulevard Les Berges du Lac II 1053 Tunis, Tunisia +216 31 40 94 03 GIZ Libya Hay Al Alandalus, Tripoli – Libya Tel.: +218(0) 21 715 5822 Fax: +218(0) 21 4782279 Internet: www.giz.de |
| Country of assignment | Libya |
| Duration of Assignment | Two (2) years, with the possibility of extension |
| Type of Contract | Fixed-term employment contract |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Eligibility and Employment Requirements | GIZ will offer an employment contract to the selected candidate. In accordance with Libyan labour legislation, only candidates who are eligible for registration with the relevant Labour Office will be considered. Persons currently employed in the public sector are not eligible to apply. This includes those on secondment to another entity or on leave, paid or unpaid.
Candidates are kindly requested to ensure that they meet all registration requirements before applying. |
| Context | The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH has been working in Libya since 2005 on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the European Union (EU).
Due to the ongoing security situation, GIZ manages its Libya activities from its office in Tunis, with national staff working on the ground in Libya. GIZ’s work in Libya focuses on supporting decentralisation and local governance, strengthening health care services, advancing renewable energy and climate adaptation, and promoting participation of women and young people in social and economic processes. In this context, GIZ Libya is recruiting a Driver to be based in Tripoli, Libya. |
| Tasks of the Driver | With guidance from the Security Risk Management Team, the Driver is expected to perform the following tasks:
1. Security Facilitation & Access § Access Facilitation: Facilitate access for international staff, consultants, and visitors at checkpoints, government buildings, or meeting venues by negotiating and translating (English/Arabic) as required. § Walking Policy: Support the implementation of the “walking policy” by accompanying staff or guests on foot between locations, within compounds, or at specific venues to ensure safety and guidance. § Greeting and Escort: Act as the first point of contact for guests during pick-ups, providing initial safety briefings in English if necessary. 2. Driving and Transport Services § Safely transport staff, partners, guests, and consultants to their destinations within Tripoli and surrounding areas. § Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of road conditions and share this information with the security team. § Monitor security situations during movements and report irregularities immediately. 3. Vehicle Maintenance & Management § Ensure the orderly operation, cleanliness, and roadworthiness of program vehicles. § Manage the maintenance schedule and keep vehicle logbooks accurately. § Ensure vehicles are equipped with functional emergency equipment (First Aid Kits, Fire Extinguishers). 4. Security Administration § Assist the Junior Security Advisor in monitoring/tracking overland travel movements. § Regularly inspect safety equipment at offices and residences. § Operational condition checks of alternative communication equipment. 5. Perform other tasks as necessary and as requested by the line manager. |
| Required qualifications | § Minimum secondary school education; a high school diploma is an advantage.
§ Valid driving license. |
| Professional experience
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§ 3-5 years of relevant professional driving experience, preferably with an international organization or NGO, including experience in security and logistics.
§ Good defensive driving skills. |
| Other knowledge, additional competences
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§ Basic knowledge of general mechanics.
§ Basic knowledge of MS Office and skilled internet use § Team-oriented working style combined with the ability to work independently and to meet deadlines reliably. § Ability to work under stress and multitasking and efficiently work in complex work settings. § Excellent communication skills. |
| Languages Skills | § Fluency in Arabic and a good command of English are essential for effective communication with international staff. |
| Duty Station and Travel Requirements | The Driver will
§ be based at the GIZ Libya Office in Tripoli. § Travel regularly within Libya as required for the proper performance of the duties. |
| GIZ Gender Policy | GIZ as an equal opportunity employer aims to promote the role of women in society and in its programs. Therefore, women with the required qualifications and working experiences are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized, if they have the same experiences and qualifications. |
| If you are interested in the Driver position, please send your application and accompanying documents to the email address: HR-Libya@giz.de no later than Wednesday, 04 November 2026 at 05:00 PM Libya Time. Please indicate in the subject line of your email: Confidential: Driver.
The following documents are required: – CV in English – Motivation letter in English – Copies of diplomas and relevant educational certificates. Only applications received with a complete curriculum vitae (CV) and copies of the required documents attached will be examined. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. |
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Location: Libya | Type: Full_Time_-_دوام_كامل | Category: Driver-سائق
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