INTRODUCTION
A Driver opportunity is available in Pretoria on a 3-year fixed-term contract. The role combines professional driving, vehicle management and basic administrative support to help with the day-to-day operation of the office.
Applicants need secondary-level education, a valid Category B driving permit, a clean driving record, a valid professional driving permit (PrDP) and at least five years of relevant professional experience. The position is open to South African nationals and permanent residents.
QUICK FACTS
Closing Date: 18 September 2026
Salary/Stipend: Not specified
Location: Pretoria, South Africa
Minimum Requirements: Secondary-level education, valid Category B driving permit with a clean driving record, valid PrDP, at least 5 years of relevant professional experience, excellent driving skills, knowledge of the local area, basic computer and communication skills, and excellent English.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
This is a full-time, 3-year fixed-term contract based at the EIB Office in Pretoria, South Africa.
The Driver will provide safe transport for the Head of Office, EIB employees and delegations. The role also includes maintaining vehicles, supporting office events, handling messenger duties and providing basic administrative assistance when required.
The successful candidate should also be prepared to travel within the region and occasionally to Europe or EIB headquarters in Luxembourg.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
Applicants should have:
Secondary-level education.
A valid Category B driving permit.
A clean driving record.
At least 5 years of relevant professional experience.
Excellent driving skills, including defensive driving.
A valid professional driving permit (PrDP).
Knowledge of the local area, including roads and customs.
Knowledge and experience using basic computer and communication tools such as Microsoft Outlook, smartphones and messaging.
Excellent command of English.
Dynamism and proactivity.
Discretion and excellent personal presentation.
Added advantage:
Previous experience as a driver for a Governmental or International Organization.
Basic vehicle maintenance skills.
Professional first aid training.
Basic training in physical security of passengers.
Experience in an international, diplomatic or multicultural environment.
PROGRAMME / JOB BENEFITS
Full-time employment.
3-year fixed-term contract.
Opportunity to gain professional experience in an international working environment.
Exposure to driving, vehicle management, office support and administrative responsibilities.
Regional travel and occasional travel to Europe or EIB headquarters in Luxembourg may be required.
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN
This opportunity can help you gain experience in:
Professional and defensive driving.
Vehicle management and basic vehicle maintenance.
Transporting employees and delegations.
Office messenger and support services.
Basic administrative support.
Supporting office events.
Working in an international, diplomatic and multicultural environment.
KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Transport the Head of Office to meetings and appointments.
Transport EIB employees and delegations from local and Head Office locations to and from the airport, meetings and appointments.
Inform the Head of Office about any vehicle faults and make minor repairs where possible.
Take vehicles to garages for servicing and repairs.
Take vehicles to the car wash to maintain them in a spotless condition.
Ensure vehicles are full of fuel, charged and ready to drive.
Provide support for EIB events, including Europe Day and cocktails.
Collect office materials when requested.
Deliver letters and documents as part of messenger services.
Provide basic administrative support to the Head of Office and Office Manager when required and when the schedule allows.
Drive to other regions occasionally in line with the EIB travel policy.
LOCATIONS AND REFERENCE NUMBERS
Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa — Job ID 111627
HOW TO APPLY
1. Review the requirements for the Driver position.
2. Prepare your application documents as required through the EIB careers portal.
3. Submit your application for Driver: Pretoria, South Africa.
4. Make sure you use the correct Job ID: 111627.
5. Submit your application before the deadline of 18 September 2026.
The position is open to nationals of South Africa and permanent residents.
For reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process due to a disability, neurodivergence or chronic health condition, applicants can contact the EIB Recruitment team at Jobs@eib.org.
IMPORTANT NOTES
The position is identified as a Local Agent, meaning an EIB Local Employee serving in a non-EU country.
Recruitment and employment conditions are subject to local labour and tax law compliance in the country of employment and are treated in the context of the local market.
The successful candidate will report to the Head of External Office and Office Manager.
Although the role is mainly based in Pretoria, regional travel and occasional travel to Europe or EIB headquarters in Luxembourg may be required.
Applicants are required to maintain the security and integrity of EIB Group information.
If selected, the candidate must comply with EIB Group measures, policies, controls, document classification and management requirements designed to prevent unauthorised disclosure of information or damage to the EIB Group’s reputation.
The EIB encourages suitably qualified and eligible candidates to apply.
Deadline for applications: 18 September 2026.
FINAL WORD
If you meet the driving, experience and qualification requirements, you can submit your application for the Driver position in Pretoria. Make sure your application is submitted by 18 September 2026 and that you use Job ID 111627.