Salary                         : 2.081 – 2.428  EUR gross (depending on related experience)
Number of hours          : 37,5 hours per week (full time + overtime when applicable)
Starting date                : as soon as possible
Duration                      : indefinite contract, with a 2 months’ probation period

Diversity and inclusion
Both the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Netherlands Embassy to Spain have an active diversity policy and are committed to being an inclusive organization. We do this by harnessing people's differences and by creating a work culture where everyone can be themselves and feels valued.
In the composition of teams and in the recruitment of new employees, we strive for diversity in age, gender (identity), culture, religion, background, orientation, (work) disability, knowledge and competencies, among others. 

JOB DESCRIPTION  

We are looking for a driver for the Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Madrid.
The driver must have thorough knowledge of applicable traffic rules and regulations (ability to drive, topography, route planning, car mechanics, etc.). This job profile furthermore requires flexibility, planning and ability to work well under pressure. Having knowledge of the Spanish language is a prerequisite, knowledge of the English language is at B1-level is required. Moreover, a customer-oriented approach is of high importance for this position. Since the person at times will be a point of contact for internal and external clients, professionalism, interpersonal and communication skills are of utmost importance. T he ability to work together and loyalty to the Embassy team is a necessity. The position is one of trust, discretion, responsibility, integrity and transparency. The driver should be willing to make (paid or time off in lieu) overtime. Due to the nature of the role, the senior driver (= the Ambassador’s driver) will spend part of the time at the residence and/or travelling around Spain.

The Embassy vehicles are easy identifiable for other road users and are therefore representing the Netherlands Embassy on the road. The behaviour of the driver and his / her participation in the traffic should reflect this. The driver has to be aware that he / she is a professional representative of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands at all times.

The driver maintains regular contact with the Ambassador’s secretary regarding schedules and has access to the electronic diary. Advises on journey times, traffic conditions, and roadworks. The driver will be accountable to the Operational Manager.

The Embassy has an active diversity policy and is committed to being an inclusive organisation. We do this by harnessing and making the most of people's differences and by creating a work culture where everyone can be themselves and feels valued. In the composition of teams and in the recruitment of new employees, we strive for diversity in age, gender (identity), culture, religion, background, orientation, (work) disability, knowledge and competences, among others.

RESULT AREA AND RESULTS

1. Logistical support

• drive the Ambassador to appointments and manage all transport-related aspects of the schedule of the Ambassador with a high degree of independence
• independently coordinate the punctual fulfilment of appointments listed in the Ambassador’s agenda
• drive when necessary incoming high-level delegations by which protocols, timetables, convoys, predetermined scenarios and driving schedules are applicable
• ensure the smooth running of each journey before, during, and after travel, and take appropriate action in the event of traffic congestion or breakdowns
• determine routes with a high degree of autonomy based on schedules and ensure timely arrival at destinations
• take action in unusual situations during the journey (evasive driving in accordance with traffic regulations finding alternative routes in unforeseen circumstances, etc.)
• ensure safe and secure transportation of passengers and items in the duty car at all times

1. Supporting and administrative tasks

• deliver and collect mail / documents / purchases and such
• keep a log of official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption etc.
• assist expat staff with registration of car and application of ID’s
• dispatch of diplomatic pouch and provide support with incoming and outgoing post
• create and maintain a network among fellow drivers and/or other colleagues at other Embassy’s and/or (international) organisations
• support during events at the residence, special occasions or meetings and conferences e.g. setting up chairs, moving light furniture or other tasks that may arise
• perform other supporting tasks and duties as required

1. Maintenance

• ensure maintenance is completed within set deadlines, taking into account schedules so that the Ambassador’s car is always available when required
• responsible for the routine maintenance of official vehicles, including coordinating and overseeing maintenance of both the Ambassador’s official car and the Embassy’s vehicles
• perform day-to-day servicing of the vehicles to ensure that the exterior and interior of the vehicles are spotlessly clean inside and out, and well maintained up to the established
• carry out basic vehicle maintenance and minor repairs
• provide support at the residence
• other tasks not specified in this document, as requested by the management team

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of the road network in Madrid including locations of Embassies, Ministries and other important central institutions;
• Good topographical and practical knowledge of the city of Madrid and its surroundings, as well as the Spanish road network in general;
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar position;
• Excellent driving skills, driving license without loss of points;
• Ability to read maps and use GPS devices;
• Knowledge of the Spanish language is a prerequisite, knowledge of English is a requirement;
• Social skills (addressing others correctly, being friendly and helpful towards the passengers);
• Ability to assess dangerous traffic and safety-threatening situations and to take measures to prevent and avoid them;
• Experience in driving with motorcades;
• Possession of a valid First Aid qualification would be welcome;
• MS Office computer skills such as Outlook, Word and Excel;

COMPETENCES

• Initiative
• Punctuality
• Planning and organizing
• Discretion
• Ability to deal with stress
• Flexibility
• Integrity
• Positive (working) attitude and enthusiasm.

ABOUT THE EMBASSY

The embassy in Madrid represents Dutch interests in Spain and forms part of the network of diplomatic missions worldwide, run by the ministry of Foreign Affairs. We work in a broad range of policy and operational areas. From political to social affairs, from security to economy and trade, from agriculture to consular affairs and from culture to migration. In order to do our work, we have a broad network among the central and local authorities, politicians, the private sector, civil society, journalists, academia, cultural institutions and the Dutch community in Spain.

The Embassy is located in one of the Cuatro Torres in the North of Madrid, which offers a spacious and light office space with magnificent views of the city and the Sierra. We currently have around 60 employees, including interns and trainees. We have around 15 diplomatic staff members, that either work for the ministry of Foreign Affairs or other ministries or governmental organisations. The majority of the team consists of locally recruited staff. Outside Madrid, there is also a Netherlands Business Support Office with staff in Barcelona and Valencia, and we have a network of 9 Honorary Consuls located in different areas in Spain with strong ties with the Netherlands for consular or economic reasons.

We offer an environment where results, team-spirit, pro-activity, initiatives and ideas to improve our work are valued. Our employees enjoy the freedom to organize their work, departing from a trust based model where all employees take responsibility and ownership of their tasks. We help and support each other, and learn from each other.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS
The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Spain offers a Spanish full-time, indefinite employment contract. It concerns a local position with corresponding salary and employment conditions of the Dutch Embassy in Spain. Working conditions are governed by Spanish laws and regulations and the regulations of the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Legal Status Regulations for Local Employees 2020 (RLW 2020), established by the Minister of Foreign Affairs as well as the related elaboration for the mission in Spain.

All applicants must be in possession of a Spanish DNI or NIE number as well as a number of the Spanish Seguridad Social.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates are kindly requested to send their motivation letter and curriculum vitae to mad-hr@minbuza.nl addressed to F. Deveci, before 10th of May 2026. Candidates are requested to provide 2 references together with the application.

For more information regarding the position, please contact: mad-hr@minbuza.nl