Position title: Senior Driver
About Us:
Global Communities, established in 1952, is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live and prosper with dignity.
About the Opportunity:
Global Communities a Senior Driver, reporting directly to the Logistics Officer to support the Improved Services for Vulnerable Populations (ISVP) Program funded by USAID through PEPFAR.
Position Description:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Driver will work within the Administration & Finance department and is accountable for support & transport services to all program activities. In particular, s/he will be responsible for:
- Rwandan National
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist and support the office in the daily transport program business related activities,
- Responsible of vehicles maintenance and repairs request and report,
- Accurately fill the vehicle mileage log on every trip made and ensure proper filing is done ;
- Ensure proper management of fuel/Gas ;
- Report to the Director of operations and Logistic Officer any defects, routine maintenance schedule and any accident involving Global Communities vehicle, includes filling a vehicle accident report;
- Ensure all the vehicles clean on daily basis and well maintained;
- Carry out daily checks on the vehicle (Items to be checked include but are not limited to: tires, rims, tire pressures, battery, windows, doors, wipers, parking brake, spare tire, engine coolant, oil level, windscreen washer, all lights, jack, wheel spanner, check for any leaks of vehicle fluids, and anybody damage);
- Implement auto safety procedures whenever handling a motor vehicle; includes ensuring passenger safety and comfort;
- Ensure that all passengers are fitted with a seat belt at all times;
- Updating emergency contact document kept in the vehicle;
- Report to the Director of Operations and the Logistic Officer any requests made for what might be considered inappropriate use of the vehicle or inappropriate carriage of goods;
- Ensure and report on equipment like first aid boxes, fire extinguishers, flash light, tow ropes, jumper cables and other tools are always in a serviceable condition;
- Adhere to Rwanda traffic code & regulation while driving;
- Follow all Global Communities rules and regulations to ensure safe driving to include but not limited to not using a cell phone while driving, driving at a safe speed that accounts for road and weather conditions, and not driving when there is a danger of falling asleep.
- Adhere to a strict “no alcohol” consumption policy while on duty, including prior to eight (8) hours of official duty;
- Provide other transport support services as directed by Supervisor;
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of secondary diploma education (A2) and at least two years of experience as Senior driver (Charroi).
- Certificate in mechanics
- Experience working with international organizations
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Fluency in verbal English and Kinyarwanda;
Note: this position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
How to Apply
Interested applicants are requested to read and complete very carefully the following application form:
Candidates are requested to apply for only one position.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Global Communities is a member of the Network of International NGOs
(NINGO)/ Rwanda
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