Company Profile

International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc, (IBTCI), a consulting firm based in Tysons Corner, Virginia, has been conducting multi-sectorial monitoring, evaluation, assessment, learning, and capacity-building

services for USAID, DFID, World Bank, and other donors for nearly 30 years. IBTCI has worked in more than 100 countries on over 250 projects. Our sector expertise spans global health, crisis/conflict and governance, agriculture/food security, economic growth, education, and the environment.

Job Description

• Job Title: Driver
• Department/Location: Accra, Ghana 
• Reports To: PELA Research Director
• Type: Regular Full-Time
• Classification: Non-Exempt
   

Overview
IBTCI is seeking a Driver to support USAID’s Peace through Evaluation, Learning and Adapting Activity (PELA) in Accra, Ghana. This position will report to the Chief of Party or his/her designee and starts immediately.

Essential Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities

• Drive local and international staff, and PELA project employees for project activities.
• Ensure the reception of official visitors including consultants and/or experts on mission) at the airport/port.
• Responsible for day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle including oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the vehicle at all times.
• Maintain an up-to-date log book, record official travel, daily mileage, fuel consumption, and technical inspection and renewal dates of insurance.
• Ensure statutory requirements such as road worthiness and Insurance are complied with and up to date, and the valid documents/supplies are available at all times for inspection;
• Ensure the presence of valid legal documents in the vehicle.
• Monitor next vehicle maintenance and report any incidents or accidents to management, in accordance with the procedures of the organization.
• Follow up on maintenance work when the vehicle is being done.
• Provide logistical support for the organization of seminars/workshops.
• Report any accidents, injuries, and vehicle damage to management.
• Promptly inform the company of any tickets issued against the company vehicle during work hours.
• Ensure that the company vehicle is always parked in areas that permit parking in order to avoid towing.
• Notify the Office and Finance Coordinator at least 3 months before the expiry date of the vehicle documents (insurance, road worthiness certificate etc) for renewal.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Required Skills or Experience

• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role, with at least one year in a program financed by bilateral and multilateral donors. USAID experience preferred.
• Hold a valid national B or C driving license in Ghana
• Must have a state diploma or equivalent technical and vocational patent of driver-mechanic.
• Must have an excellent command of the highway code
• Sound knowledge of road safety regulations
• Verbal and written fluency in English required.
• Good knowledge of the topography of the cities of Accra
• Working knowledge of local roads and routes.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Verbal and written fluency in English highly preferred
• Timeliness and proactive in the discharge of duties
• Ability to interact with staff at all levels as required
• High sense of judgment and responsibilities
• The ability to read a map and use google maps

Other

• Working Environment: Work is typically performed in the field.
• Physical Requirements: This is largely a sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 20 lbs.
• Supervisory Responsibility: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
• Travel: Some travel outside Accra may be required.