Vacatures  Driver and Handyperson bij Royal Danish Embassy in the Netherlands (O260056)

The Danish Embassy in the Netherlands represents Danish interests and promotes the existing good cooperation between Denmark and the Netherlands. The Embassy also represents Denmark at a number of international organisations in The Hague.

The Royal Danish Embassy in the Netherlands is looking for a reliable and versatile person to fill the position of driver and handyperson to take care of the driving of the embassy staff as well as light maintenance of the chancellery's facilities and the official residence.

Main tasks and Responsibilities
Driving and logistics: Drive Embassy vehicle for local travel, deliveries and staff transport
Ensure that embassy vehicle is clean, refuelled and that basic safety checks are done
Manage maintenance requests, report anomalies, carry out minor repairs, and coordinate repairs
Monitor maintenance contacts and interventions by external suppliers (technicians, cleaning companies, etc.)
Perform other tasks as required.

Position: Driver and Handyperson

Type of employment: 10-15 hours a week, 1 year contract with the possibility of extension

Starting date: 1 October 2026 or soon thereafter

Location: Danish Embassy in The Hague

Profile and Qualifications
Valid driving licence and proven experience with professional driving
Experience as a handyperson
Reliability, punctuality and flexibility
Able to work independently and take initiative
Fluency in Dutch and English. Knowledge of one of the Scandinavian languages is considered an advantage
Basic knowledge of IT tools (Word, Excel, email)

We offer a 1-year contract with the possibility of extension
Your standard working hours will be 10-15 hours per week. The working time will vary according the needs of the season and occasionally, additional hours should be expected.
Your salary will reflect your responsibility, tasks and previous experience

To apply for the position, please send your application (letter of motivation, CV, proof of relevant education as well as relevant recommendations and references in one pdf-document) to haaamb@um.dk, marked “Driver” at the latest by 6 September 2026. We expect to interview selected candidates in the beginning of September.

The Embassy attaches great importance to equal opportunities for all and therefore welcomes applications from all qualified persons regardless of race, sex, religion, age or disability.

The chosen candidate must present a “No Criminal Record” and pass security clearance by the Danish authorities prior to the start of employment.

Questions
For any questions regarding the position, please contact Deputy Head of Mission, Julie Christoffersen (julich@um.dk), tel.: +31 (0) 70 302 5959. For more information about the Embassy, see https://um.dk/nederlandene.