Driver - CREATES Activity

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Location: _ This role is based in Accra, Ghana and will be on-site at Bixal’s CREATES Country Office in Labone, Accra, Ghana

**What will you do?** _Bixal has an exciting opportunity for a Driver to join our team to support the USAID/West Africa Collaborative Regional Evidence-based Adaptation for Transformative Economic Solutions (CREATES) Activity. The Project Driver will report directly to the CREATES Operations Manager.

Responsibilities

• In line with Bixal’s policy CREATES Country Manual, and Security Plan, transport people and/or goods to and from destinations safely and on time.
• Ensure vehicles are safe and ready for use by performing pre- and post-trip inspections, refueling, and arranging maintenance.
• Ensure all vehicle documentation is up to date, including insurance, registration, trip and inspection reports.
• Maintain a vehicle logbook, keep mileage and repair records up to date.
• Use valid and trusted navigation technology as needed to find the best route and prepare for delays.
• Conduct regular safety checks on vehicle and report any safety concerns promptly including incidents and accidents to relevant team members.
• Ability to navigate through traffic and adhering to traffic laws at all times.
• Schedule and oversee routine maintenance and necessary repairs.
• Keep vehicle clean and presentable at all times.
• Ensure the use of seat belts and enforce other safety measures for all passengers.
• Transport CREATES team members or partners to countries sharing borders with Ghana where security conditions allow for it.
• Other similar responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Secondary school certificate or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum five years of driving experience, preferably within a U.S. Government/USAID project environment.
• Defensive driving skills and a driver’s license valid in West African countries are required.
• Commitment to following traffic laws and speed limits.
• Strong commitment to safety and punctuality.
• Driving experience in neighboring countries including Togo and Benin is an asset.
• Excellent command of English (oral and written), and proficiency in French is a plus.
• Basic mechanical skills and understanding of vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to work well within a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics, transparency, and accountability in program implementation.
• Proven integrity and thorough attention to detail are inherent to this position.