Driver (Kandahar, Afghanistan) | Afghan Job Center

Job Description

Job Description:The National Water Affairs Regulation Authority is seeking to engage a qualified national Driver to support the team in Project Implementation Unit (PIU) responsible for implementing the ADB funded of AIWRDP. Specific tasks to be undertaken by the Driver include, but shall not be limited to:

Drive the project staff and their official visitors on official trips, and drive the Head of PIU and his/ her visitors on occasions as necessary. Meet staff and official visitors at the airport; facilitate immigration, customs formalities, hotel check-in, and other local formalities. Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, transportation / vehicle related expenditures, vehicle servicing, repairs, etc. Ensure day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s); checks oil, water, battery, tires, etc.; perform minor repairs and timely arrange for any other repairs necessary to keep the vehicle safe and technically sound at all times; maintain the vehicle(s) in clean conditions. Handle local and organizational formalities when involved in an accident; ensure that in this case all organizational and local / country rules, regulations and procedures are followed correctly. Collect and deliver mail, documents, pouches, and other communications / items from PIU; go to the post office, airport, government agencies, UN agencies, institutions, project sites, etc., to take and deliver items and communications; keep records as required. When needed, assist the project staff in performing simple clerical duties such as making and answering telephone calls, making photocopies, keeping records, etc. Perform other related duties as required.

Background

About C_PMO/NWARA:Asian Development Bank (ADB) has agreed to make a grant [Grant Number 0655/0656-AFG] to the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan IRoA) for the purposes of the Arghandab Integrated Water Resource Development Project as per the Grant Agreement dated 25 September 2019 between IRoA and ADB. Ministry of Finance (MOF) is the executing agency (EA) for the project; National Water Affairs Regulation Authority (NWARA) is the implementing agencies supported by a Central Program Management Office (CPMO). The project Implementation Unit (PIU) is headed by a Project Head to oversee the management. National Water Affairs Regulation Authority has established a Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in Kandahar under the Directorate of Central Project Management Office (CPMO) to undertake the activities related to the Arghandab Integrated Water Resources Development Project. So, NWARA wants to hire national experts to implement the project according to the prepared work plan and norms.

Job Requirements

Baccalaureate degree from school. Possession of valid driver’s license. Minimum two years of work experience as a driver. Flawless, safe driving record. Good knowledge of the local languages i.e. Dari and Pashto (level B). Fair knowledge (level A) of English language is required. Good knowledge of the local driving rules and regulations; skills in minor vehicle repair. A high degree of punctuality and reliability is required. Safe driving manner. Good sense of direction and knowledge of local conditions. Ability to cope with extended working hours. The driver must possess a polite and friendly attitude and handle his/her passengers with utmost respect. A tidy appearance, courtesy, discretion and a high level of trustworthiness are essential personal attributes.

Vacancy Number

C_PMO 048 Driver

No. Of Jobs

Nationality

National

Years of Experience

One year (Extendable)

Duration

Any

Salary

NTA Grade G

Submission Guideline

Submission Guideline:The interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to the following email address hr@cpmo-nwara.org and cc mhamidi@cpmo-nwara.org please indicate the position title and reference no. in the e-mail subject line. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted for written test and interview. Resumes received after closing date will not be considered.
Submission Email
hr@cpmo-nwara.org