Established in 1964, the African Development Bank (AfDB) 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. In order to sharply focus the objectives of the Ten Year Strategy (2013 – 2022) and ensure greater developmental impact, five major areas, all of which will accelerate our delivery for Africa, have been identified for scaling up, namely; energy, agro-business, industrialization, integration and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa.
THE COMPLEX:
The Vice Presidency for ‘Regional Development, Integration and Business Delivery’responsible for operational relevancy, efficiency and effectiveness of the Bank Group’s operational programs, and activities. The VP-RDIBD will ensure that the Bank operates successfully across its RMCs and will oversee the full implementation of all aspects of the Bank’s Regional Directorates.
THE HIRING DEPARTMENT:
Ethiopia Country Office (ETFO) of the African Development Bank has 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:
The Bank invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill in the vacant position of Driver. This position is based in Addis-Ababa, Ethiopia and does not attract international terms and conditions.
Duties and responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Resident Representative and the day to day supervision of the Administrative Assistant of the Ethiopia Country Office, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:
- Supporting the Operations with focus to the Office staff, visiting missions and official delegation of the Office on official duties, within Ethiopia as and when required;
- Transporting the Resident Representative when requested;
- Ensuring routine maintenance for the vehicles of the Office;
- Performing office messenger duties;
- Representing the Bank in a professional manner and appearance and conduct at all times;
- Performing any other duties reasonably requested by the Resident Representative and management.
Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience
- Hold at least a High School Diploma;
- Hold a valid driver’s license with a clean track record;
- 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;
- Must have working knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment;
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English or French, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
- Competence in the use of standard Microsoft software e.g. Microsoft Word and use of internet;
- Honest and good character;
- Excellent team work and interpersonal Skills.
To apply for this position, you need to be national of one of AfDB member countries.
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.