Driver

Democracy International (DI) is seeking to hire a Driver for the USAID funded Responsive Local Governance (RLG) Activity in Bangladesh. The goal of the Activity is catalyzing change within Bangladesh’s local governance system necessitates investment to strengthen Local Elected Government Institutions (LEGI) capacity, improve civil society and citizen participation in governance structures, and bolster multisectoral coordination for quality service delivery. The specific objective of this Activity is to develop LEGIs as an effective, responsive, inclusive, and accountable institution to address social issues and provide quality basic services to the most marginalized. This is a full-time position based in Dhaka. This position is only open to the citizens of Bangladesh.

Essential Job Duties:

Drive vehicle for official travel;
Maintain high standard of service to both internal and external official staff and guests;
Ensure punctuality and safe transport by observing the road and traffic laws and regulations of Liberia;
Ensure that vehicle is kept clean, tidy, and working good condition at all times;
Ensure vehicle repairs are carried out properly by official specifications;
Keep records in car logbook and submit to field office staff regularly as required;
Monitor day-to-day maintenance checks: oil, water, battery, breaks, and tires, etc.; and
Provide assistance as needed, including but not limited to: delivering goods, correspondence, packages, and official documents as requested.

Qualifications:

Valid Bangladesh driver’s license with clean driving record;
5 years of experience as a professional driver;
Time management skills; and
Ability to develop and manage schedule of staff transportation.
Fluency in English required.

Reporting:

This position reports to the Finance and Operations Director.

Application Process:

Interested applicants MUST submit a cover letter and CV by November 8, 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will be filled as soon as a qualified candidate is identified. DI will only contact candidates of interest.

Democracy International maintains the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.

About the Organization:

DI provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 80+ countries.

DI welcomes and supports a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities (EEO) for all applicants seeking employment and for DI employees. DI makes employment decisions based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, personal appearance, military status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, educational status, unemployment status, place of residence or business, source of income, or reproductive health decision making. Additionally, harassment or discrimination based on these characteristics will not be tolerated at DI. To perform the essential functions of this position, reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Driver - Dhaka, Bangladesh

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