Job Description
Position: District Driver (Lupane)
Placement: SAfAIDS Zimbabwe District Office, Lupane, Zimbabwe
Background:
SAfAIDS under the Zimbabwe Partnership to Accelerate AIDS Control (ZimPAAC) DREAMS Program which seeks to reduce new HIV infections in Zimbabwe is looking for safety, security and efficiency conscious, patient, sober habit and strong interpersonal skills, high integrity and strict adherence to rules and regulations District Driver for Lupane. The District Drivers's responsibility will include providing transportation services to the organisation's staff, visitors and goods which includes equipment and materials in liaison with District Team Lead under the DREAMS Program; and to ensure that they reach their intended destination safely and on time for SAfAIDS operations.
Duties and Responsibilities
She/He/They constantly liaises with district staff when receiving instruction on goods for delivery. They transport staff using SAfAIDS vehicles to work-related meetings, the airport, bus-station and field trips. Safety and security of passengers and their property in the vehicle, as well as goods or packages being transported; is high priority for this position. She/He/They are responsible for service and maintenance of all vehicles and will check oil levels and tyres for good condition, including tyre pressure, and record these actions in a relevant logbook against vehicle checklist. She/He/They will test vehicles by starting engines and leaving them running and listening to any new unusual noises. Refuelling is done as required and recorded in relevant logbook including date of fuel purchase and mileage each time fuel is purchased for the vehicle. The District Driver will check that all vehicle systems are optimally functional, including lights, horns, wipers, car seats, doors and locks, boot space; and that emergency first aid kit and fire extinguisher appliances functional and situated correctly in the vehicle. They will take note of all repairs and replacements needed, raise requisitions for these actions and effectively execute them. She/He/They will ensure licensing, insurance and service of vehicles are up to date, in consultation with their supervisor. This position is responsible for cleanliness and hygiene in all organizational vehicles, and regular internal and external cleaning during the day. She/He/They may be assigned any other office duties as delegated by District Team Lead.
Qualifications and Experience
Requirements
The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications and experience:
• Minimum qualification is 5 "O" Levels or equivalent; a clean Class 2 Driver's License, Valid Defensive Driving License and clean police accident record.
• Class 4 Drivers License and Basic Mechanic certification is an added advantage.
• Valid medical fitness report including eyesight results.
• Minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience in civil society organisations or NGOs field work driving 4*4
Landcruiser's or heavy vehicles in rough terrains.
• Good working knowledge of the commonly (spoken and written) local language e.g., Ndebele and Tonga will be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication and community engagement skills.
• Preferred candidates should be domiciled in Lupane district.
How to Apply
SAfAIDS is committed to equality in all our work. Gender Equality, Social Inclusion and Diversity is core to our internal and external work. Internally, this enriches the ideas, perspectives and competencies, for fulfilling our commitment to serving diverse populations across the SADC region. Our Fit-For-Purpose employee recruitment and consultant engagement approach; welcomes applicants who identify as PLHIV, persons with disability, non-binary persons, and all sexual orientations and gender identities.
Application Requirements and Deadline:
Application packages must be submitted via email; including (i) One-page motivational letter, (ii) Curriculum vitae, which includes contact details for at least 3 referees, (iii) information on current salary and benefits.
Applications must be in English, and emailed with subject: Application - SAfAIDS Zimbabwe District Driver Lupane; to recruitments@safaids.net by the 20th of November 2024.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
