Driver, COCF Vacancy at the African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

Position Title: Driver, COCF.

Job Station: Other Countries.

INTRODUCTION:-

Driver, COCF job opportunity is available at African Development Bank Group (AfDB) for individuals who possess a High School Diploma.

The Complex

• The Vice-Presidency for Regional Development, Integration and Business Delivery is responsible for operational relevance, efficiency and effectiveness of the Bank Group’s operational programs, and activities.  
• The Vice-Presidency for Regional Development will ensure that the Bank operates successfully across its Regional Member Countries and oversee the full implementation of all aspects of the Bank’s Regional Directorates. Within regional development, integration and business delivery complex the Bank has five (5) regional hubs one in each region: South Africa, North Africa, West Africa, East Africa and Central Africa. Each Regional Hub is headed by a Director General.

The Hiring Department

• The various Country Office falls within one of the five (5) Regions of the Africa Regional Development, Integration and Business Delivery Hubs. The Hub oversees a combination of country and liaison offices, as well as non-presence countries.
• The Director General is accountable of the specific African region. Each Hub will house relevant operations, business development and project implementation functions and administrative capabilities in a shared service for rapid deployment into the individual countries, to help drive the overall business of the Bank effectively on the ground.
• Country Offices of the African Development Bank have been established to strengthen policy dialogue between the Bank, Governments and other stakeholders; improve performance of the project portfolio and aid coordination with other development partners.  

The Position

• Under the overall authority of the Country Manager and the day-to-day supervision of the Administrative Officer of the Country Office, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services and performs office messenger duties.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:-

The incumbent will be responsible for the following:

• Support the Operations with focus to the Office staff, visiting missions and official delegation of the Office on official duties, within Central African Republic  as and when required;
• Transport the Country Manager or as otherwise assigned in the conduct of the Bank’s operations;
• Ensure routine maintenance for the vehicles of the Office;
• Perform office messenger duties;
• Represent the Bank in a professional manner with respect to appearance and conduct at all times;
• Ensure the cleaning of the vehicles, keep records of official travel, daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes, lubrication etc.;
• Ensure that the formalities provided for in the regulations are met in the event of an accident;
• Perform any other duties reasonably requested by the Country Manager and management

DESIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATION:-

• Hold at least a High School Diploma;
• Hold a valid driver’s license with a clean track record;
• Possess any additional documentation and/or certification to carry out the job;
• Have a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience as a driver in an international/multinational organization, or public or private sector organization;
• Experience and skills in minor vehicle repairs, and routine maintenance for the vehicles;
• Working knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment;
• Demonstrated initiative; be discreet, honest and have good character;
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills;
• Good written and verbal communication skills in French or English. Working knowledge of other language will be an added advantage;
• Competence in the use of standard Microsoft software e.g. Microsoft Word and use of internet.

Apply Before:-

11th March, 2021.

INTERESTED?

Interested and qualified candidates should:

apply online

Note

• This position does not attract International terms and conditions. The post holder will be considered as a local staff and will therefore not have international terms and conditions of employment.
• Only applicants who are Nationals of central african republic or are nationals of member countries of the Bank who already have a pre-existing legal right to live and work in Central African Republic will be considered for this position.  The bank does not sponsor or support applications for work permits and relocation in relation to this post.
• Should you encounter technical difficulties in submitting your application, please send an email with a precise description of the issue and/or a screenshot showing the problem to HRDirect HRDirect@afdb.org.
• To apply for this position, you need to be national of one of AfDB member countries.
• Applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are considered for interview will be contacted. Only online applications submitted with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) and copies of the required degrees will be considered. The President, AfDB, reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) does not ask for payments of any kind from applicants throughout the recruitment process (job application, CV review, interview meeting, and final processing of applications). In addition, the Bank does not request information on applicants’ bank accounts. The African Development Bank Group declines all responsibility for the fraudulent publications of job offers in its name or, in general, for the fraudulent use of its name in any way whatsoever.

WHO IS African Development Bank Group (AfDB)?

African Development Bank Group (AfDB) – Established in 1964, the African Development Bank is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 80 member states, including 54 in Africa (Regional Member Countries). The Bank’s development agenda is delivering the financial and technical support for transformative projects that will significantly reduce poverty through inclusive and sustainable economic growth.