Vacancy Announcement: KIGALI-2024-016

The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for 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:

EXPERIENCE:

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

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.

Education Requirements:Completion of secondary school.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE: Limited knowledge of English writing/speaking/reading and Good working knowledge of Kinyarwanda is required. This may be tested.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):  The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The U.S. Embassy Kigali provides reasonable accommodation as needed to people with disabilities.  Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact the U.S. Embassy's Human Resources Office at HRKigali@state.gov for assistance.

All applicants under consideration will be required to undergo a background investigation. This position requires Public Trust clearance.

All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by May 13, 2024.

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

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please note that e-mailed applications are not accepted. Only applications submitted through our Electronic Recruitment Application will be considered.