Driver at World Vision International

Position: Driver– Prevent! S&GBV Project

Reporting to: Finance and Administration Manager – Prevent! S&GBV Project

Location: Kasama

Purpose of the position:

To provide secure and timely driving services to Project staff and/or visitors. Ensure proper maintenance and management of Project fleet.

Major Responsibilities

Vehicle maintenance and management

• Ensure that all trips are authorized, start and finish mileage is recorded, fuel allocated before and after undertaking any trip as well as ensure electronic logbook is utilized.
• Produce summary of vehicle usage reports and ensure WV policy and standards are adhered to.
• Report all accidents and defects on motor vehicles in accordance with WVZ policy.
• Ensure that comprehensive Insurance for all motor vehicle is done and insurance claims are effected immediately after the accident has occurred in liaison with Transport and Logistics Officer.
• Schedule and keep track of general maintenance of vehicles for service in liaison with Transport and Logistics Officer.
• Ensure sound running of the vehicles assigned and arrange minor repairs where necessary – Check oil and tyres properly and keep vehicles in clean condition, both inside and outside.

Logistical Support

• Provide transportation for project staff and WV visitors
• Facilitate transportation for partners and/or Stakeholders in the Projects
• Plan and schedule travel calendars staffs in the Project
• Assist with collection of quotations and/or purchases for the minor office supplies.
• Facilitate airport pick -ups for WV visitors and transportation during official visits.

Other

• Participate in spiritual nurture programmes.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

• Chartered institute of Transport and Logistics Certificate, Automotive/mechanics Technician Certificate and/or its equivalent
• Atleast 2 years fleet management experience added advantage
• Able to communicate fluently in English both written and spoken
• Good Communication and interpersonal skills essential
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment with NGO experience
• Must be computer literate and able to work in applications

• Ability to prioritize work and need for urgency

Other Competencies/Attributes:

• Understanding of Sexual & Gender Based Violence issues is added advantage
• High professional ethics and proficiency
• Must be a committed Christian, able to exhibit and stand above denominational diversities.
• Attend and participate/ in daily devotions and weekly Chapel services.

Working Environment / Conditions:

• Work environment: Office/field -based
• On call: 24 hrs

NOTE:

“World Vision Zambia is committed to the protection of children and adult beneficiaries from all forms of abuse and sexual exploitation. All employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks”.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply!

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