Driver

Job Summary

Abt Associates Inc. is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Driver for a US Government funded comprehensive malaria project in Zimbabwe. The 5-year project will work to strengthen the capacity of the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP) at the national, provincial, district, and community levels, in the areas of case management and malaria in pregnancy, LLIN distribution, social behavior change communication, surveillance/M&E and research.

Under the supervision of the Deputy Chief of Party will be responsible for will operate and maintain a motor vehicle for the transportation of project staff, consultants, and/or partners.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Operates a passenger motor vehicle in accordance with Finance & Administration Director or Office Coordinator’s instructions to transport project personnel and official visitors within the city and surrounding area and travel to the next city.
• Maintains vehicle in clean and serviceable condition and performs minor maintenance of a preventative nature.
• Maintain an accurate vehicle log book for all trips.
• Perform daily inspection of vehicle including tire pressure, oil and water levels.
• Ensure that vehicle insurance is always current.
• Report any incidents, accidents or injuries immediately to supervisor.
• Quickly notify supervisor about any major repairs and maintenance needed on vehicle.
• Follow all driving laws and regulations.
• May deliver documents and conduct general business on behalf of the company including basic negotiation skills.
• Perform general clerical duties, to include but not be limited to photocopying, scanning, faxing, filing, and mailing.
• Represent the project, Abt Associates and USAID with professional behavior and communication skills in a diplomatic manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of one year experience as a professional driver. Experience with USAID funded projects or other INGOs is preferred.
• Must have local driver’s license appropriate to type of vehicle operate plus six months commercial driving experience.
• Must be familiar with local traffic laws and area traffic patterns.
• Fluency in English and other local languages preferred.

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer:

Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.
JOB INFO
Job Identification: 103896
Job Category: Program Delivery
Degree Level: High School Graduate
Locations Abt Associates: Harare, ZW