Project Driver Undikumbukire Project Zambia

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Drive and maintain project vehicles – (i.e., taking the vehicles in for maintenance and repair when needed), and ensuring safety of the vehicle and passengers. Carry out different inspections of the vehicle before driving such as checking of water, oils and other fluids.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and ensure that servicing schedules and reporting of any maintenance needs are done on a timely basis.
• Responsible for handling monies and documenting expenditures to support technical activities in the field including, lodging and other arrangements.
• Ensure that vehicle mileage is indicated on the front of every fuel receipt and receipts should be submitted appropriately.
• Maintain vehicle log book daily by noting date, destination, departure and arrival times and submit reports as requested by the supervisor/finance
• Drive Up Zambia members and clients to sites as needed and deliver documents to various locations as directed.
• Provide administrative assistance support to the technical and administration teams vis-à-vis photocopying, scanning, faxing, front office duties and other tasks as directed by the supervisor
• Perform other administrative tasks on behalf of the project including but not limited to: collecting goods, documents or mails, making administrative arrangements and handling payments (if needed);
• Act as a representative of the project, at all times being responsive and providing courteous support to staff, visitors, clients and partners.
• Provide off-hours transport support, including weekend pickup and drop-off of staff, clients & visitors.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

• Minimum full Grade 12 Certificate
• Certificate in Automotive Mechanics is an added advantage.
• Valid license with at least 5 years of experience driving and maintaining vehicles.
• Experience with donor-funded projects and NGOs is added advantage
• Experience with basic defensive driving is preferred
• Ability to take initiative, work in teams
• A polite and professional disposition
• Fit and ability to lift heavy packages and visitors’ luggage
• Good interpersonal skills