Driver
GIZ- Internal/External Vacancy Announcement #181/2018
GIZ-SURED
As a provider of international cooperation services for sustainable development and international education work, GIZ - Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit – is dedicated to building a future worth living around the world.
We have over 50 years of experience in a wide variety of areas, including rural and economic development, education and employment, energy and the environment, and peace and security. Together with our partners, we work to deliver flexible, effective and cost-effective solutions that offer people better prospects and sustainably improve their living conditions. Of our 18,260 employees in some 120 countries, almost 70 per cent are national personnel working in the field.
As a public-benefit German federal enterprise, we are committed to meeting our clients’ high standards with regard to transparency and accountability. German and European values are central to our work. The German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) is our main commissioning party. European Union institutions, the United Nations, the private sector and national governments benefit from our services, too.
In Ethiopia GIZ has been implementing development programmes on behalf of the German government for over 40 years jointly with our national partners. The focus of our work in the country is on vocational education, sustainable use of natural resources, land management and food security, biodiversity and forestry. Further programmes enhance the development of a sustainable textile sector and renewable energies.
GIZ seeks an experienced and qualified Driver for SURED Programme.
Position: Driver
Application deadline: November 23, 2018
Required Candidates: One
Place of Work: Addis Ababa (1 position) (with frequent duty travelling within duty station region and other regions)
A Responsibilities:
The incumbent is responsible for the
· safe and responsible driving of all official travel using official project vehicles;
· regularly servicing (routine maintenance) and care of project vehicles;
· taking careful note of all available information concerning street conditions, accessible routes and locations;
· running of official errands and assisting with other office services.
B Tasks:
Driving and Chauffeuring
· Drive office vehicles safely and chauffeur office and program staff, official visitors and guests to official destinations.
· Assist with transporting goods.
· Complete the vehicle log correctly and conscientiously in accordance with GIZ standards.
Maintenance of Cars
· Regularly cleaning the inside and outside of official vehicle(s).
· Check oil, water, brake and clutch fluids on a daily basis; tire pressures, battery water, and overall vehicle condition on a monthly basis or after 5,000 km (whichever comes earlier); tests lights, brakes, bodywork for dents, etc.
· Is responsible for official project vehicle documents and its care, keeping vehicle logbook on a daily basis and registering each monthly check.
· Report the need for maintenance and undertake minor repairs.
· Immediately report any involvement of the project/office vehicle in any, even minor accidents, or any damage or theft of equipment from the vehicle.
Road Information
· Use all available information (incl. actual radio news on traffic situations) to update knowledge of street conditions, effective routes and locations daily.
· Exchange this information with other office drivers.
General Services
· Serve all passengers and clients in a friendly manner.
· Run errands for the project/office, e.g. delivery of letters/messages, payment of bills, and make minor purchases of office supplies.
· Accomplish the “Trip Record Book” correctly and accurately.
· Do not use the car for his/her own private purposes at any time without prior permission from the Administrative Officer or his/her assigned deputy. Such misuse of the vehicle is considered a serious misconduct, and will immediately lead to a warning and may result in dismissal.
· Performs other duties and tasks at the request of management.
C Qualifications and Experience:
· Secondary school.
· 3rd grade driving license and possession of a valid driver’s licence.
· At least 5 years of relevant experience.
· No history of major accidents within the past 3 years.
· Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair.
· Discipline and punctuality, stress tolerance and patience.
· Familiarity with the city and region of the duty station.
· Appropriate appearance and attire.