Job Description

E T Temporary

Job #: req38246 Organization: IFC Sector: Administration/Office Support Grade: ET1 Term Duration: 1 year 0 months Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment Location: Freetown,Sierra Leone Required Language(s): English Preferred Language(s): Closing Date: 9/11/2026 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description

Build a career with impact. Working at the World Bank Group (WBG) provides a unique opportunity to help countries solve their greatest development challenges. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, the WBG is a unique partnership of five global institutions dedicated to ending poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, the WBG works with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges.

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2025, IFC committed a record $71.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging private sector solutions, and mobilizing private capital to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

The World Bank Group office in Freetown Sierra Leone is looking to recruit an Extended Term Temporary - Driver. This position reports to the WBG Country Manager, Sierra Leone with a doted line into the Country Officer.

Duties and Accountabilities

• Drive World Bank Group staff to meetings and client sites.
• Ensure passenger safety and must be capable of managing emergencies as per the World Bank Group policies.
• Collect/deliver official letters, invoices and parcels, as needed.
• Maintain the office vehicles (including ensuring that routine checks for tyre pressure, engine oil, brake fluid, radiator coolant, fuel level, battery water level, etc. are carried out).
• Maintain daily vehicle logbook.
• Ensure insurance, registration and general service schedules are up to date.
• Ensure that the office vehicles are always clean, including the engine compartment.
• Ensure vehicle keys are appropriately maintained and securely stored.
• Ensure that the general wear and tear of the interior fittings of the vehicles are checked.
• Ensure that vehicles are always properly equipped with spare tyres, tool kits, jacks, wheel spanners, tow ropes, jump leads, fan belts, fire extinguishers and first aid toolboxes.
• Ensure that the vehicle is fueled according to the World Bank procedures.
• Adherence to the World Bank Group Safety Policies and Procedures as well as the Country’s Highway Code.
• Ensure that the World Bank safety policy is followed in case of an accident.
• Any other administrative duties that may be assigned from time to time by the WBG Country Manager and Country Officer.

Selection Criteria

Preference will be given to local talent, that is, applicants who are authorized to work in the duty station for any employer. Internal applicants may apply per existing guidelines.

• Minimum of secondary school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 5 years driving experience; defensive driving skills training will be an advantage.
• The candidate must have a valid driver’s license.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written).
• Good knowledge of the city of Freetown and other surrounding areas.
• Good driving record references.
• Proactive, takes ownership, mature, flexible personality.
• Team player, good people skills, ability to work with people from different countries, and a strong client focus.
• Knowledge of UN system security procedures and familiarity of VHF Radios.
• Ability to pass World Bank security clearance.
• Ability to work long hours and weekends.

WBG Culture Attributes:

1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

World Bank Group Core Competencies

As per WBG policy, an Extended Term (ET) appointment is subject to a lifetime maximum of three (3) years. Former and current ET staff who have completed or are in the process of completing their third-year ET appointment are not eligible for future ET appointments.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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