Chauffeur/Administrative Clerk

Serves as a Driver/Administrative Assistant for the Millennium Challenge Corporation Resident Country Mission (MCC) at Post. Incumbent operates official vehicles in a professional and skilled manner to transport MCC employees, other USG employees and visitors that may include high-level VIPs, from MCC Zambia or other U.S. Government departments and agencies to various offices and field sites within and outside Lusaka Province. Position is based in the Resident Country Mission section of Embassy Lusaka, Zambia. Driver Responsibilities (70%) Responsible for developing a strong knowledge of the various areas (particularly those frequently visited by MCC staff, including Zambian Government offices, Zambia Compact project sites, etc.) in and outside Lusaka Province to navigate through traffic with efficiency. For high-level (VIP) visits, incumbent may be required to complete “test drives” to all sites and meeting venues prior to the actual visit, to confirm the time required and note any extraordinary conditions (e.g., road works and conditions etc.) Incumbent transports MCC and other Mission employees, TDY staff, visitors, and other authorized individuals on official MCC business. Prior to departure from any site, incumbent ensures that all passengers are seated and have seat belts fastened. Operates the vehicle in a safe and secure manner, observing traffic safety laws, posted speed limits and in accordance with Mission safety and security policies and procedures. Incumbent must be constantly aware and observant of surroundings and knowledgeable about potential security related issues, such as crowd gathering, public demonstrations, strikes, etc. Incumbent is responsible for ensuring that the MCC Zambia vehicle is always maintained and always clean both interior and exterior. Ensures that the vehicle receives routine maintenance in accordance with the recommendations by the manufacturer and checks the condition of the car (including, but not limited to, oil, and petrol