JOB ADVERT: Driver/Expediter

Position Title: Driver/Expediter
Opening Period: August 10-24, 2018
Series/Grade: LE-1015-04
Annual Salary: CFA 6,927,208
Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants / All Sources
Security Clearance Required: Local Security Certification
Duration Appointment: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
Marketing Statement: We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas-Employees before you apply.
Summary: The U.S. Mission in Yaounde, Cameroon is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Driver/Expediter.
The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (45 hours per week)
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period from receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications, or their candidacy may end.
Supervisory Position:  No
Duties: Under the direct supervision of the Motor Pool Supervisor, incumbent serves as Driver/Expediter with the following duties: driving assigned vehicle (passenger car, station wagon, and water truck) within the city or vicinity and occasionally on long trips; keeping assigned vehicle clean and in a presentable condition at all time; keeping track of vehicle operation records; serving as expeditor for the Mission – meeting and greeting official travelers upon arrival at the Nsimalen International Airport, assisting travelers when departing for temporary duty or leaving Post and making sure all airport processes are completed before returning back to the office.
Driver/Expediter: Major Duties and Responsibilities:    % of Time
Serves as Driver / Expediter for GSO-Motor Pool..
Detailed Duties and Responsibilities for Driver/Expediter:
a) Drives any assigned post vehicle (passenger car, station wagon, and water truck) within the city or vicinity and, occasionally on long trips. Receives daily assignments from the dispatcher and the Motor Pool Supervisor; as well as verbal instructions from the GSO. Handles the filled trip ticket or point to point ticket to the Dispatcher upon return from assignment. Keeps assigned vehicle clean and in a presentable condition at all time. Reports any requirements or abnormalities to the Motor Pool Supervisor and adhere to the Motor Pool procedures. 60%
b) Serves as expeditor for the Mission. Meets and greets USG travelers upon arrival at Nsimalen International Airport as well as TDYrs. Assists travelers when departing for TDY or leaving Post and make sure all Airport processes are completed before return back to the office. 25%
c) If assigned for long trips, follows up the e2 solution until completion of the process. Ensures approval of all extra expenses in cash (vehicle repairs, fuel expenses, etc.) by the Motor Pool Supervisor before submitting through the system. Keeps vehicle ready for operation. Reports other needed repairs to the Dispatcher and the Motor Pool Supervisor. 15%
d) Incumbent performs all other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Evaluations:
Education: A GCE “O” level or BEPC or equivalent diploma is required.
Requirements:

• Experience: At least two years of experience as a Driver in a large company or international organization.
• Job Knowledge: Must know Cameroonian traffic laws and have a good knowledge of the main cities’ streets; and must be able to make minor repairs on vehicles.

Evaluations:

• Language: Level II (Limited Knowledge) Speaking/Reading English, and French are required (this will be tested).
• Skills and abilities:  Must be able to pass the pre-employment eye examination; must be able to understand oral and written instructions in English and French; must be a computer literate in Microsoft Word and be able to use other software programs pertaining to this position; and must possess a valid driver’s license (B-C-D). (Skills and abilities will be tested.)

Qualifications:  All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
How to Apply:  All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Local Security Certification clearance.  Applicants must submit a Universal Application for Employment (DS-174) which is available on U.S. Embassy Yaounde Internet Site: https://cm.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/
For More Info:

• Human Resources Office: (Sabastian Fih)
• Mailing Address:  P.O. Box 817 Yaounde
• E-mail Address:  ydeapplicants@state.gov