Job Specification: Under the supervision of the Finance, Administrative & Operation Director or his / her designate the drive is responsible, for providing safe and efficient transport service for project staff and visitors, project materials and equipment, and will assist the finance & administrative team with activities.
Specific responsibilities include the following:
Ensure the Project vehicle assigned is in top condition, well oiled, well fueled, clean inside and outside, and ready for use.
Maintain a clean and professional personal appearance.
Operate vehicle in a safe and responsible manner; park vehicle in a safe location, like project offices, govt. offices or hotels.
Check daily assignments from Administrative Assistant or Finance & Administrative Manager as destinations and times.
Advise Administrative & Finance team about timely servicing and needed spare parts allowing sufficient time for the parts to arrive without affecting the project activity.
Job Specification: Under the supervision of the Finance, Administrative & Operation Director or his / her designate the drive is responsible, for providing safe and efficient transport service for project staff and visitors, project materials and equipment, and will assist the finance & administrative team with activities.
Specific responsibilities include the following:
Ensure the Project vehicle assigned is in top condition, well oiled, well fueled, clean inside and outside, and ready for use.
Maintain a clean and professional personal appearance.
Operate vehicle in a safe and responsible manner; park vehicle in a safe location, like project offices, govt. offices or hotels.
Check daily assignments from Administrative Assistant or Finance & Administrative Manager as destinations and times.
Advise Administrative & Finance team about timely servicing and needed spare parts allowing sufficient time for the parts to arrive without affecting the project activity.
Maintain the vehicle log and ensure that a traveler signs to acknowledge the travel for every trip.
During travel, if recognizing any threat to life and property, advise traveler to go back to base or divert to an alternate route.
Always drive, in cities and large towns with windows one inch open and advise the travelers to do the same.
Report any accident involving the vehicle as soon as practical by phoning the Administrative & Operation Officer. A written accident report may be required from the drivers and any other travelers in the same vehicle.
Occasionally perform other duties (carry boxes, move furniture, photocopy, deliver checks, pick-up Bills/Invoices, etc.) required to ensure the smooth functioning of the Project.
Purchase of basic cleaning and kitchen supplies and assist in the purchase of other project authorized items.
Perform relevant general service activities such as collection of quotes, processing customs duty clearance exemption, pay payroll tax, withholding tax etc. as required.
Work with his supervisor to arrange for repairs, maintenance, and improvements to the office as necessary.
Regularly check post office boxes, collect and dispatch letters, parcels and other correspondence.
Provide project logistic support; assist finance team on training per diem settlement; and, collect wire advices if required.
Perform other duties as may be from time to time assigned.
Skills/Knowledge Required:
Education: 12th grade complete with valid 3rd grade driving license.
Experience: Minimum of five years field experience in driving and other liaison activities.
Other experience: Basic auto mechanic knowledge required excellent driving record and experience in Addis Ababa and other areas advantageous.
Additional experience: USAID funded projects knowledge / experience / within SNNPR & Oromia Regions is advantages to be selected.
Language Proficiency: Basic knowledge (spoken and written) of English, Amharic language required