The National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who are dynamic, goal-oriented and results-driven with exceptional leadership qualities for appointment to the under-mentioned positions.

Job Title: Driver

Job Purpose

• To provide transportation services to officials on assignment and ensure maintenance of vehicles.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Convey assigned officials, goods and equipment to and from designated destinations
• Register the movement of vehicles
• Assist in the keeping and updating of records on all vehicles of NDPC
• Assist in the Investigation of vehicles involved in accidents as appropriate
• Conduct checks to ascertain the road worthiness of vehicles
• Assist in the examination of vehicles as and when necessary
• Dispatch official mails as appropriate
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Driver, Transport Officer or Chief Manager

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a WASSCE Certificate
• A professional level qualification or certification in auto mechanics
• A valid driver license not below ‘C’ class with three (3) years post driving experience

Competencies in:

• Modern road regulations
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Changing technology in transport management

Compensation

The National Development Planning Commission’s compensation package is competitive in the public sector, with very attractive fringe benefits.

Condition

Applicants must be able to serve the Commission for a minimum of four (4) years on the appointed grade before attaining the compulsory retirement age of (sixty) 60.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons who meet the above requirements should submit in an A4 size envelope the under-listed:

• Application letter
• Curriculum vitae with biographic data, contact information, names and addresses of two (2) referees
• Copies of academic and professional certificates (you will need to bring the original if you are shortlisted for an interview)
• Evidence of good standing with academic and professional institution if profession is regulated by law
• Vision statement for Director positions only on how applicant intends to respond to the constitutional mandate and mission of the Commission (2-4 pages long on A4-size paper)
• Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Applications should be submitted via post or hand-delivered to:

The Human Resources Department
National Development Planning Commission
No.13 Switchback Road
P.O. Box CT633
Cantonments-Accra

WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY