Request for the Expression of Interest for the Position of Drivers
Project ID: P500628 Contract Type: Individual Consultant Recruitment Type: Drivers (two positions) Duration of Assignment: Twelve (12) months, renewable based on satisfactory performance, demonstrated project need, progress in knowledge and availability of funding Reporting Line: WARDIP SOP II Liberia Project Coordinator Duty Station: Monrovia, Liberia, with regular field and regional travel As required The Government of Liberia has received financing from the World Bank for the implementation of the Western Africa Regional Digital Integration Project-Series of Projects 2 Liberia (WARDIP SOP II–Liberia). The Project seeks to increase broadband access and usage, strengthen the enabling environment for digital development, enhance the security and resilience of digital infrastructure and systems, support digital services and skills, and advance the integration of digital markets within Liberia and across West Africa. WARDIP SOP II involves implementation of activities across multiple institutions and locations and requires regular movement of Project personnel, consultants, Government counterparts, World Bank missions, development partners, technical teams, equipment, and official documentation. The Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications (MoPT) is the principal implementing and coordinating institution for WARDIP SOP II–Liberia. A Project Implementation Unit (PIU) has been established within MoPT to coordinate the day-to-day management and implementation of Project activities. To support effective Project operations, field supervision, stakeholder engagement, implementation monitoring, workshops, missions, inspections, and other official activities, the PIU intends to recruit qualified and experienced Drivers. The Drivers will be responsible for providing safe, reliable, timely, professional, and efficient transportation services while ensuring the proper operation, cleanliness, security, and routine care of Project vehicles assigned to them. The purpose of the assignment is to provide safe, dependable, efficient, and professional transportation services to WARDIP SOP II PIU and authorized Project stakeholders in support of Project implementation. The Driver shall ensure that Project personnel and authorized passengers are transported safely and punctually and that vehicles assigned to the Project are properly operated, maintained, secured, documented, and used exclusively in accordance with approved Project purposes and applicable Government and World Bank requirements. The position also contributes to the protection of Project assets, road safety, operational efficiency, and the continuity of Project activities. The Driver shall contribute to the following objectives: Under the supervision of the Project Coordinator or designated official, the Driver shall perform the following duties: The Driver shall conduct routine checks before and after vehicle use, including: The Driver shall identify and report mechanical defects promptly and shall not knowingly operate a vehicle where doing so could endanger passengers or cause significant additional damage. The Driver shall: The Driver shall: The Driver shall: The Driver shall: When not engaged in driving duties, and where reasonably required, the Driver may support the PIU with basic operational tasks, including: Project vehicles shall be used exclusively for authorized official purposes. The Driver shall not: Any suspected misuse of a Project vehicle shall be reported through established Project procedures. In the event of an accident, breakdown, security incident, or other emergency, the Driver shall: All accidents, regardless of apparent severity, shall be reported promptly. The Driver shall maintain high standards of integrity, professionalism, courtesy, discretion, and confidentiality. The Driver shall: The Driver shall maintain complete and accurate vehicle records, including, as applicable: Vehicle documentation shall be available for review by authorized Project, Government, audit, and World Bank personnel. Performance may be assessed against the following indicators: Education The candidate should possess at least: Additional vocational or automotive training will be an advantage. Driving License The candidate must possess: Professional Experience The candidate should have: Preferred Experience and Additional Qualifications The following would be considered an advantage but should not constitute mandatory requirements: The Driver should demonstrate: The primary duty station shall be Monrovia, Liberia. The Driver shall be expected to undertake frequent travel throughout Liberia in support of Project activities, including missions to counties, infrastructure sites, border areas, Government facilities, telecommunications facilities, project implementation locations, workshops, consultations, and stakeholder meetings. The Driver may occasionally be required to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, or public holidays where necessary for airport transfers, field missions, emergencies, World Bank missions, or other officially approved Project activities. Any travel outside the normal duty station shall be undertaken in accordance with applicable Project travel and administrative procedures. The Driver shall work under the overall supervision of the WARDIP SOP II Project Coordinator and the day-to-day direction of the designated PIU administrative, operations, or logistics officer. Vehicle assignments shall be undertaken only on the basis of authorized Project requirements. The Driver shall immediately escalate significant safety, security, mechanical, operational, or vehicle-management issues through the established reporting structure. The assignment shall initially be for a period of twelve (12) months, subject to satisfactory performance. The contract may be renewed based on: Continuation of the assignment shall not be automatic and shall remain subject to Project requirements and applicable contractual provisions. The recruitment shall be undertaken in accordance with the applicable World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, Project procurement arrangements, and approved recruitment procedures. Candidates may be shortlisted based on qualifications and relevant experience and may be required to undergo: Interested candidates shall submit: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment. Appointment shall be subject to satisfactory verification of the candidate’s driver’s license, references, driving record, qualifications, and suitability for the position. The selected Driver shall be required to comply with all WARDIP SOP II policies and procedures relating to vehicle management, occupational health and safety, environmental and social standards, security, code of conduct, safeguarding of Project assets, confidentiality, and professional conduct. The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, as applicable to the Project, using the approved method for the selection of Individual Consultants, and in accordance with the provisions of the Project’s approved Procurement Plan. Selection will be based on the candidate’s qualifications, relevant technical experience, demonstrated competence, and suitability for the assignment. Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted for interview and/or further assessment. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) demonstrating their qualifications and
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