IFC is looking for Driver – Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
| Organization: | IFC |
| Sector: | Administration/Office Support |
| Grade: | GA |
| Term Duration: | 2 years 0 months |
| Recruitment Type: | Local Recruitment |
| Location: | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia |
| Required Language(s): | English |
| Preferred Language(s): | Amharic |
| Closing Date: | 6/11/2019 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC |
Description :
IFC—the private sector arm of the World Bank Group—is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work with more than 2,000 businesses worldwide, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in the toughest areas of the world. In fiscal year 2018, we delivered more than $23 billion in long-term financing for developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity.
IFC is seeking to recruit a Driver for the Ethiopia office. The position will be based in Addis, and reports to the Country Manager.
Note: If the selected candidate is a current Bank Group staff member with a Regular or Open-Ended appointment, s/he will retain his/her Regular or Open-Ended appointment. All others will be offered a 2-year term appointment.
Duties and Accountabilities :
- General Responsibilities ;
- Drive staff to meetings and client sites ;
- Collect/deliver official letters, invoices and parcels, as needed ;
- Other duties as may be required ;
- Vehicle Maintenance ;
- Maintain the office vehicles (including ensuring that routine checks for tyre pressure, engine oil, brake fluid, radiator coolant, fuel level, battery water level, etc. are carried out) ;
- Maintain daily vehicle log book ;
- Ensure insurance, registration and general service schedules are up to date ;
- Ensure that the office vehicles are always clean, including the engine compartment ;
- Ensure vehicle keys are appropriately maintained and securely stored ;
- Ensure that the general wear and tear of the interior fittings of the vehicles are checked ;
- Ensure that vehicles are always properly equipped with spare tyres, tool kits, jacks, wheel spanners, tow ropes, jump leads, fan belts, fire extinguishers and first aid tool boxes.
Selection Criteria :
- Minimum of secondary school diploma or equivalent ;
- At least 5 years driving experience; defensive driving skills training will be an advantage ;
- Valid driver’s license ;
- Fluency in English (spoken and written) ;
- Good knowledge of the city of Addis ;
- Good driving record references ;
- Proactive, takes ownership, mature, flexible personality ;
- Team player, good people skills, ability to work with people from different countries, and a strong client focus.
The World Bank Group values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of World Bank Group member countries to apply, regardless of gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Sub-Saharan African nationals, Caribbean nationals, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.