World Bank seeks to recruit a driver – Bazzaville, Congo

Description :

The World Bank, a leading multi-lateral institution in global economic development, is currently searching for a Driver to provide an effective and efficient day to day logistics transport function for the Office in Brazzaville Congo. S/he will work as part of the office car pool and will drive office vehicles for transport of authorized personnel usually within Brazzaville Congo but also in the surrounding countries. S/he will be responsible for the delivery and collection of mail. S/he will report directly to the Administration Unit for day to day assignment.

Roles & Responsibilities :

• Transport authorized personnel to/from airports, meetings, appointments, and other official duties ;
• Transport authorized personnel on business travel to/from locations throughout Congo and surrounding countries ;
• Ensure the delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items ;
• Meet official personnel at the airport and facilitate immigration and customs formalities ;
• Ensure day-to-day maintenance of vehicles, checking oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc ;
• Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs ;
• Ensure that vehicles are kept clean at all time ;
• Follow all steps required by the World Bank Road Safety Policy in case of travel and accident ;
• Log all trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes, lubrications, etc ;
• Strict adherence to the World Bank’s Road Safety Policies and procedures as well as the country’s National High Way Code ;
• Any other duties as may be required for the mission of the World Bank .

Selection Criteria

• High School Diploma or Equivalent ;
• At least 5 years driving experience, defensive driving skills being an advantage ;
• Possess a required valid driving License with experience in driving 4X4 well drive car ;
• Excellent knowledge of road safety ;
• Good communication skills in English and French (written and spoken). Knowledge of the UN security procedures would be an advantage ;
• Ability to work long hours and weekends ;
• Committed team player with demonstrated inter-personal skills and ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural/disciplinary environment and able to produce high quality work under pressure.

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.

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