Job Alert: Three Driver Positions Open at Peace Corps Cameroon ( US Embassy Cameroon) Full Time

Peace Corps Cameroon started its operations in Cameroon in 1962 with approximately 20 Volunteers serving in the local communities. We are currently expecting the return of Volunteers following the evacuation in 2020 due to the outbreak COVID-19. Currently, Peace Corps is focusing its efforts in three key areas:  Education, Agriculture, and Maternal and Child Health.  All Volunteers help raise awareness about HIV/AIDS transmission and prevention, as well as support and reduce stigma for People Living with HIV. They are also expected to help “Stomp out Malaria” in Cameroon, as part of a Peace Corps Africa Region initiative.  Peace Corps Cameroon collaborates with a wide variety of national and international development organizations for technical support, training, and Volunteer assignments.

The Peace Corps has a position opening for Drivers who shall support the implementation of its mission in Cameroon.  The incumbent shall work in a fast-paced office and must have a demonstrated record as an organized self-starter able to complete numerous tasks simultaneously and with minimum guidance but equally good working as a team member and providing quality customer service.

Under the supervision of the General Services Manager (GSM), the DRIVER is responsible for driving and tracking of all vehicle related paper work and maintenance. S/He shall take full responsibility over the vehicles at his possession. S/He is also expected to adhere to MS 522-Motor Vehicle Use and Insurance Procedures and other organizational policies.

Salary                   : Range 4,468,655 – 7,820,150 FCFA annual basic salary plus additional allowances.

Location               : Yaounde, Cameroon

Application opens : April 19, 2023          Application closes: May 9, 2023

Supervisory role   : No

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.      Provides scheduled and unscheduled driving for each work day as directed by the GSM/senior staff.

2.      Performs a daily checks on the vehicles. These includes oils, lights, tire Inflation as per recommended pressure, water coolant level, tools, battery, medical kit, car papers and expiration dates, gas level, jack and wrench.

3.      Keeps the vehicle daily, complete the vehicle trip log, fuel logs tracks and report all repairs on the trip log sheet and inform automotive Mechanic or the GSM, do a point-to-point travel log sheet.

4.      Drops off and picks up mails/packages and other items as instructed.

5.      Performs minor maintenance on vehicles and direct major maintenance to the GSM.

6.      Assists the General Services Assistant and all the Senior Staff in performing other official tasks as needed.

7.      Takes a duty turn of one month, which will rotate between drivers, and serve as the Duty driver for that month. When not in that capacity, should give full support to who becomes the Duty Driver.

8.      Report all accidents and other repairs to the GSM for prompt repairs.

9.      Drivers are not allowed to alter their assigned itinerary (especially during field trips) at the request of the passenger(s) as this could adversely affect subsequent transportation assignments of the driver for that day.  The driver is required to contact the GSM, DMO for authorization to deviate from assigned itinerary in order to accommodate task while in the field.

10.   Must respect, at all time, host country (Cameroon) driving rules and regulations across the national territory.

11.   Must have a Travel Order (aka Ordre de Mission), for any trip outside Yaounde, Regional Office. Ensure to use a waiver form when necessary, following prior authorization from the DMO or the Country Director.

12.   Must meet minimum vision (with glasses as needed) and blood pressure requirements to ensure safety of themselves, passengers, and USG property

Other

·        Ensures complete confidentiality regarding all information related to Peace Corps staff, volunteers, and Peace Corps/Cameroon Operations

·        Performs other duties or assignments, when deemed necessary by the Country Director, DMO and/or GSM, for the successful implementation of Peace Corps program(s) and/or operations in Cameroon

If there is a time at post, due to the COVID-19 pandemic or for any other reason, when there are limited or no Peace Corps Trainees and/or Volunteers (jointly referred to as “Volunteers”) at Peace Corps/[Country], the PSC may be temporarily assigned during that period, as determined by the Peace Corps Country Director (CD), to carry out additional duties and responsibilities in furtherance of the goals of the Peace Corps in order to enhance the ability of Peace Corps Volunteers to perform functions under the Peace Corps Act, including facilitating a safe environment in order for the successful return or increase of Volunteers.

This temporary assignment may require the PSC to provide services and/or support beyond what is listed in their current Statement of Work (SOW). The services and/or support may take many forms, examples of which may include but are not limited to, training, providing administrative, technical, medical, and/or operational assistance, building on host country programs, etc. This temporary assignment also may require the PSC to provide these services and/or support to individuals/organizations other than those listed in their current SOW such as host country government, partner organization(s), community member(s), staff, and/or contractors.

SAFETY & SECURITY

SSI 110 Safety and Security Duties: Operates Peace Corps vehicles safely at all times. Immediately communicates Volunteer safety and security concerns and issues to the Safety and Security Manager (SSM) and CD. Knowledgeable and supportive of Peace Corps safety and security policies and procedures, including the timely reporting of suspicious incidents, persons or articles.

OCCASIONAL MONEY HOLDER

Occasional Money Handler/Holder:  May be designated as an occasional money handler/holder (OMH) if assigned by the Director of Management and Operations.  As an OMH, may be requested to courier cash and/or purchase orders to various vendors who furnish supplies and/or services to Pre-Service Training/In-Service Training site(s), or other locations as directed by the Overseas Contracting Officer (OCO). May also be requested to courier cash to Peace Corps Trainees or Volunteers. The Contractor will not be functioning as a procurement or disbursing official but will only be acting as an intermediary between the Contracting or Disbursing Officer and the recipient. In the case of dealing with vendors, the Contractor will not exercise any procurement discretion concerning the supplies or services to be purchased or the cost limits of these purchases; these will be determined by the OCO.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  Completion of elementary school.

Prior Work Experience:

Minimum 2 years’ experience as a driver/chauffeur and excellent driving record
Minimum of Category B Driving License
Demonstrated knowledge of local traffic laws and national routes.
Demonstrated knowledge of vehicle maintenance and safe driving procedures.

Language Proficiency:  Written and oral fluency in English or French and working knowledge, at the minimum, of the other.

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:

Organizational skills, attention to detail and presentation
Skill and ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
Computer literacy of MS word, Excel, etc.
Ability to work as a team and independently and proactively.
Ability to work a regular Monday through Friday schedule with impromptu weekend assignments and travel to countryside when necessary.

Application instructions

Interested applicants for this position must submit the following:

1.      Cover letter in MS Word or PDF

2.      Resume (CV) in MS Word or PDF

3.      Three professional references (Email and Telephone numbers)

4.      Copy of driving license

5.      Telephone number where you can be reached.

Peace Corps Cameroon does not accept documents saved on any cloud format including Google. The file size should not exceed 8MB.

Submit your application to the following email address: CM-HR@peacecorps.gov and include Driver in the subject line.

No telephone calls or personal visits please. Only the documents listed in the application instructions should be submitted including your telephone number by May 9, 2023.  Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.