Driver

Are you a qualified driver who also likes to contribute to community development and women’s economic empowerment? WUSC is currently looking for a driver to provide driving sevices on its EMPLOY project aimed at equipping young women with market-relevant technical skills for sustainable employment.

BACKGROUND

WUSC (World University Service of Canada) is a Canadian non-profit organization working to create a better world for all young people. We bring together a diverse network of students, volunteers, schools,

governments, and businesses who share this vision. Together, we develop solutions in education, economic opportunities, and empowerment to overcome inequality and exclusion for youth around the world, particularly young women and young refugees. WUSC currently works in 28 countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America, with an annual budget of approximately CAD $40 million. We have over 90 staff in our Ottawa office, and over 200 people overseas implementing 16 development projects in collaboration with donors such as Global Affairs Canada, the UK Department for International Development (DFID), the Mastercard Foundation, the World Bank, the Asian Development Bank, and the African Development Bank.

The EMPLOY Project

The Enhancing Market Participation and Learning Opportunities for Young women (EMPLOY) Project is an innovative five-year (2025-2030) initiative funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC).

EMPLOY builds on and sustains the gains of the GAC-funded INVEST project which economically empowered over 5,000 urban poor young women in Accra, Kumasi and Takoradi between 2020 and 2025. EMPLOY will achieve this by enhancing skills training for young women in the non-traditional sectors as was the focus of INVEST, whilst expanding into other sectors with high pay and career advancement potential such as the growing tourism/hospital sector. EMPLOY will also scale on the INVEST project by expanding into four new regions.

Ultimately, the project will economically empower over 23,000 young women in the 7 regions by supporting their transition from training to work through a blend of interventions including entrepreneurship development, apprenticeship-based training and workplace attachment programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Driver will drive and provide administrative and technical support in the management of the officially designated WUSC vehicles for the implementation and monitoring of WUSC Program activities in Ghana.

Under the supervision of the Administrative Officer, the driver will:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative and technical support

• Support the Administrative Officer in the administration of WUSC official transport needs
• Driving of official vehicles for trips and approved purposes.
• Manage the maintenance, repairs and correspondence in respect of the WUSC Official transport.

Daily Task

• Responsible for the day to day driving and management of WUSC official vehicles.
• Maintain a filing system for WUSC official vehicles
• Preparation of monthly maintenance schedule and reports
• Ensuring effective and efficient communications with the Administrative Officer and other staff in the use and management of the WUSC Official vehicle.
• Maintain a clean vehicle logbook
• Making travel arrangements itinerary for the approval of the Administrative Officer
• Ensuring that program equipment is used within clearly defined norms.
• Perform other duties, as may be assigned and /or required

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Secondary School Education, Diploma or Equivalent:
• At least (Five) 5 years driving experience as a professional driver, good knowledge of roadways, main government offices, embassies, commercial establishments, etc; defensive driving skills is an advantage
• Possess a valid Driving License
• Prior experience of working with international agencies is highly desirable
• Good communication skills in English.
• Willingness to work after office hours and on weekends, and the willingness to provide support under crisis or emergency situations at short notice; and
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation skills, including the ability to work effectively in a team and relate to a wide range of stakeholders (donors’ clients, and staff)

WHY WORK WITH WUSC?

Join Us. Our work is important, cutting-edge, and rewarding. We encourage curiosity, innovation, and flexibility.

WUSC offers a dynamic work environment with a diverse intercultural workforce. We offer employees and volunteers exciting opportunities to apply their skills and gain experience all while making a difference for youth around the world. We believe youth have the potential to provide for their families, build strong communities, and create positive social change for future generations. Employees at WUSC work hard to create lasting change in education, employment and empowerment.

WUSC’s office in Ghana is in the Westlands neighbourhood of Accra. Here are some of what you can expect working with us:

• 37-hour workweek, some ability to work flexible hours
• 20 days annual leave
• Full medical cover for you and your dependants
• Free access to an e-learning platform with 350+ courses on various topics
• Get to know and exchange with people from all over the world
• Being part of a friendly, caring and enthusiastic team!

APPLICATIONS

WUSC’s activities seek to balance inequities and create sustainable development around the globe; the work ethic of our staff, volunteers, representatives and partners shall correspond to the values and mission of the organization. WUSC promotes responsibility, respect, honesty, and professional excellence and we will not tolerate harassment, coercion, sexual exploitation or abuse of any form.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to hr-rh@wusc.ca.

WUSC is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please note that only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you are interested in this position, please follow this link to apply through our website.