The U.S. Mission in Dakar/ Senegal is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Chauffeur.
- Salary: 7,202,077 CFA/year
- Application deadline: 01 March 2022.
Job description
- The incumbent operates an unarmored U.S. Government vehicle safely and efficiently to transport passengers within and outside of Dakar and the surrounding areas.
- The incumbent performs clerical and messenger duties in support of the Office of Agricultural Affairs (OAA) in Senegal/Dakar.
Job requirements
- Two (2)years of professional driving experience plus six (6) months of clerical work experience is required.
- The incumbent must have general knowledge of the Mission organization and the U.S. Department of Agriculture procedures and regulations, and routine office functions. He/ she must follow oral and written instructions from the supervisor, as well as vehicle operation guidelines, safety regulations and vehicle manuals. He/ she must be familiar with local traffic rules and regulations of Senegal, and must be familiar with the city and its environment, including driving routes and traffic patterns.
- Completion of high school education is required.
- English level II (Limited knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.
- French level III (Good Working Knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.
Skills and abilities
- The incumbent must have the ability to read maps and plan driving routes.
- He/she must have good communication skills.
- Must highly professional and discrete.
- Must be able to perform basic vehicle inspection and must possess intermediate level automotive maintenance skills.
- Must have be proficient in Microsoft Office to complete data entry, and maintain reports. Must have basic numerical skills to estimate the fuel consumption and/or need for trips.
- Must hold a valid, current license for cars Must have had a valid driver’s license for a minimum of five (5) years.