Distribution Clerk / Driver

Vacancy Announcement: KIGALI-2024-016R

The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for a Distribution Clerk/Driver. The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately.

Duties: Incumbent serves as a Heavy Goods-Driver. S/he may also serve as driver of passenger and utility vehicles in town and on country trips, and on call as Duty Driver on a rotating basis with other drivers. This position is responsible for safely and efficiently operating U.S. Government-owned large fuel/cargo vehicles or other vehicles. The incumbent is also responsible for safe handling, transporting and storage of both expendable and non-expendable items. The position is in the Facility Management (FAC) section and under the supervision of the Residential Maintenance Supervisor. The position is on call as duty delivery driver on a rotating basis with other drivers. S/he operates and uses fuel delivery truck and all related accessories on the fuel truck.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

  • All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust security clearance.
  • All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.
  • Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (MONTH) upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:

  • Completion of secondary school.

Evaluations:

  • You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.
  • You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
  • You must complete the application form and provide the required documents.

Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed.  If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience:

  • At least three (3) years of professional driving experience is required, including experience operating tanker trucks transporting liquids/Commodities.

Language: 

  • Limited Knowledge in English; speaking, reading & Writing.
  • Good working knowledge in Kinyarwanda; speaking, reading & writing.

Job Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations. Knowledge of in-country travel routes and areas is required

Skills And Abilities:

 

Must hold a current and valid Class C driver’s license. Basic vehicle maintenance, basic knowledge of building materials and tools. Ability to schedule time to accomplish assigned tasks. Must be able to lift a maximum of 51 lbs. (23kg) under OSHA standards.

All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by October 18, 2024.

Full announcement and application procedures are available on https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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