Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator of the GCAP, the Driver will be responsible for the following duties:

SCOPE OF WORK

•   Drive office vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel.
•   Meet officials at the airport and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required.
•   Collect and deliver mall, documents, and other items.
•   Ensure that all vehicles comply with the Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS).
•   Take care of the day to day maintenance of assigned vehicles, check oil, water, battery and brakes.
•   Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes and greasing.
•   Follow all rules and regulations In relation to the management of GCAP vehicles.
•   Perform other related duties as required.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

•   Able to work under minimal supervision and be proactive and initiative.
•   Integrity, flexible approaches to work coupled with enthusiasm, commitment and energy.
•   The ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-national environment.
•   Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure with a wide range individuals and institutions.
•   Maintenance of confidentiality at all times.

Qualification Required & Experience

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

•   Minimum Middle School Leaving Certificate or BECE.
•   Drivers Licence at least ten (10) years old.
•   Training in Mechanics will be an added advantage.
•   At least five (5) years working experience as a Driver for Government Organization or established Institution.</li>

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

COMMON CONSIDERATIONS

•   Remuneration: Competitive Salary
•   Terms of payment: Payments will be made in equal end-of-month payments of agreed amount subject to completion of core reporting responsibilities as laid out in the Assignment Work Plan.
•   Location: Tamale
•   Duration: Two (2) years (renewable yearly based on satisfactory performance)

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Qualified and interested applicants should send application letters with copies of curriculum vitae, certificates and other relevant documentation to:

The Chief Director
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
PO Box M 37, Accra, Ghana

For further information please contact:

THE PROJECT COORDINATOR
GHANA COMMERCIAL AGRICULTURE PROJECT (GCAP)
MINISTRY OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE (MOFA)
PO BOX MB.37, ACCRA
alabibortey@gmail.com  Tel: + 233-20-0198921

Closing Date: 09 August, 2013

Applicants are to include direct contacts (reliable telephone, fax numbers and email address) in their applications in order to facilitate early and easy contact. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.