Location:

Baku, Azerbaijan
Salary:

negotiable / YEAR
Job type:

TEMPORARY
Posted:

1 month ago
Category:

Administration
Deadline:

01/04/2024

JOB DESCRIPTION

Description

Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? Working at the World Bank Group provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges. Visit www.worldbank.org.

Duties and responsibilities:

The driver coordinates the agreed work program closely with the reception team, under the supervision of the CO Finance Associate, but can carry out all the following tasks unsupervised:

• Drives the office vehicle for of transporting the WBG staff, and ensuring safety of passengers while in transit.

• Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities as required.

• Coordinates logistics for mission travel and other trips outside of Baku with relevant WB Baku staff.

• Delivers and collects documents and other items and delivers all local office mail.

• Entirely responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the office vehicle, checks oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, lights, spark plug changes, etc.; performs minor repairs and arranges for other repairs and ensures that the vehicle is kept clean.

• Logs official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, lubrication, etc. Submits vehicle log sheet weekly to the Executive Assistant for review and reports immediately if any problem is detected in vehicle operation.

• In the event of an accident, informs the Country Manager and Security Specialist immediately and follows steps stipulated by the law; additionally, files accident report with the World Bank HQ.

• Assists with the office’s document handling requirements, including photocopying, binding and filing, if needed.

• Actively supports the EA, office helper, and IT Specialist in keeping the office storage rooms in good condition.

• Assists with general office facilities maintenance and basic activities in support of meetings, etc., including moving furniture.

• Purchases supplies for office functions, as needed.

• Drives WB vehicles according to the highest road safety standards, safe driving, and consideration for other road users; adheres strictly to traffic rules and regulations.

• Reports all defects in the vehicle to the CO Finance Department

• Performs other related tasks of same level of difficulty and complexity.

Selection Criteria

Required qualifications:

• At least 5 (five) years prior experience as a professional driver, good knowledge of roadways, principal government offices, embassies, commercial establishments; driving rules and regulations.

• Safe driving record and excellent references with regards to road safety practices.

• A valid local driver’s license and up-to-date vision test.

• Primary and vocational education, skilled in minor vehicle repairs.

• Working knowledge of English language and basic written skills required.

• Some computer skills or aptitude is highly desirable.

• Prior experience of working with international agencies is highly desirable.

• Willingness to work after hours and on weekends is needed, as is willingness to provide support under crisis or emergencies, at short notice.

Competencies:

• Client orientation – demonstrates positive client service attitude; can develop good working relationships with internal/external clients.

• Learning, knowledge sharing, and communication – demonstrates tact and judgment, good listening, and communication skills.

• Teamwork (collaboration) and inclusion – collaborates with other team members and contributes productively to the team’s work and output, demonstrating respect for different points of view.

*Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs will lead to immediate dismissal.

World Bank Group Core Competencies

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.

Note: The selected candidate will be offered a one-year appointment, renewable at the discretion of the World Bank Group, and subject to a lifetime maximum ET appointment of three years. If an ET appointment ends before a full year, it is considered as a full year toward the lifetime maximum. Former and current ET staff who have completed all or any portion of their third-year ET appointment are not eligible for future ET appointments.

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