Chief of Mission Chauffeur

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Announcement NumberLUSAKA-2026-025-RA

Hiring AgencyEmbassy Lusaka

Position TitleChief of Mission Chauffeur (All Interested Applicants/All Sources)

Open Period10/30/2026 – 11/16/2026

Format MM/DD/YYYY

Vacancy Time ZoneGMT+2Series/Grade:LE – 1015 4

SalaryZMW ZK191,219.65 /Per Year

Work ScheduleFull-time -Promotion Potential:LE-4

Duty Location(s):

01

in

Lusaka, ZA

Telework EligibleNo

For More InfoAngela K. Banda

260-211-357000

HR_Lusaka@state.gov

Overview

Hiring Path• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:This position is open to:

Current Employees of the Mission

For USEFM – FP grade is FP-AA. Actual FP salary authorized by Washington D.C.Security Clearance Required:Public Trust – Background InvestigationAppointment TypePermanentMarketing Statement:

We encourage you to review the 8 Qualities of Overseas Employees:

• Composure & Integrity: Stay calm, effective, and honest under pressure.

• Cultural Adaptability: Collaborate respectfully across cultures, races, and backgrounds.

• Change & Initiative: Embrace new challenges and take pride in completing assignments to high standards.

• Experience & Motivation: Bring proven skills and a strong drive to support our mission.

• Information Integration & Resourcefulness: Apply guidelines quickly to solve complex problems efficiently.

• Tactfulness: Communicate professionally and respectfully as a representative of our diplomatic mission.

• Planning & Organizing: Prioritize workloads strategically to maximize operational efficiency.

• Working with Others: Foster positive, cooperative relationships as a dedicated team player.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 years or older); disability; genetic information; or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

Summary

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

Supervisory PositionNoRelocation Expenses Reimbursed:NoTravel Required:Not Required

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.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements

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

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• Security certificate; or

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• 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.

Please address this factor in your ERA application under Education.

Evaluations:

You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.

You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.

You must complete the application form and provide the required documents.  Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed.  If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications

Experience

At least three years of professional driving experience is required.

Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

Language:

English (Limited knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.

Nyanja/Bemba (Good Working Knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.

Please address this language requirement in your ERA application.

Job Knowledge: