Driver - Heifer International Tanzania

POSITION 4: DRIVER

DUTY STATION:   (Mbeya/ Mbozi)[Describe overview of job missio

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY: A day-to-day vehicle management of the office. This includes to perform minor service and repairs on Heifer Tanzania vehicles and responsible for managing and maintaining a sound procurement vehicle management system in accordance with the Heifer International policy works and services.

DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

·         Responsible for the vehicle assigned to him as per conditions laid down on the use of Heifer International vehicles.

·         Responsible for making sure that the vehicle is parked at the office premises if not in use and at a safe place else where while on an approved trip.

·         To always have a log book per trip

·         To ensure that fuel and maintenance costs are well recorded

·         Responsible for making timely vehicle service and maintenance

·         Responsible to prepare vehicle repairs and services orders for Senior Logistic Officer’s / Senior Driver approval

·         Advise Senior Logistic Officer/ Senior Driver on all vehicle maintenance and repairs before actual work is carried out

·         Responsible to observe and follow rules and regulations governing the maintenance and operation of motor vehicles as per Heifer International Vehicle Policy

·         Keep sound and adequate vehicle records for monthly vehicle report compilation by Senior Logistic Officer/ Senior Driver.

·         Performs such other related duties as may be assigned by the Senior Logistic Officer/ Senior Driver.

·         Ensure security measures for vehicles such as parking, storage of keys, emergency supplies, etc.

·         Ensure that security incident reports are completed and filed (if related to vehicles).

·         Ensure that accident reports are completed and filed.

·         Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Heifer International and to not jeopardize its mission;

·         Conduct both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Heifer International and to not jeopardize its mission.

·         Assume all other legitimate duties as are required and as time permits which are connected to the administration of Heifer Tanzania office, which will be assigned from time to time

Personal and Professional Development

·         Continually updating of administrative, intra- and inter-organizational skills to enhance the overall success of the organization especially in administration aspects.

·         Exhibit professionalism in the execution of duties

·         Seek continued personal growth on the knowledge of Heifer International and issues of hunger and poverty.

·         Demonstrate the keeping abreast with innovation and tools in the domain   of organization development.

OTHERS

·         Carry out other duties that may from time to time be assigned to you by the Senior Logistics Officer/HRM in the interest of HIT and Heifer International in general.

·         This Job Description only serves as a guide for this POSITION. HIT reserves the right to revise this job description as when necessary without prior notice.

QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

·         Vehicle Management certificate

·         At least five (5) years experience in Driving / Mechanic position

·         Valid drivers’ license and extensive driving experience

·         Work odd or long hours at a time to complete special requests or projects.

·         Serve a number of people at one time, and will be interrupted frequently to meet the needs and requests of staff

·         Able to manage a number of requests and tasks at one time and must be prepared to deal with emergencies and stressful situations at any time

·         Very respectful, self-disciplined, intelligent, responsible and presentable person.

·         Highly organized and detail oriented, ability to accomplish multiple tasks, results oriented and can work well under pressure

·         The incumbent must maintain confidentiality, use sound judgment and perform independently

·         Ability to prioritize issues

·         Team player and able to work in a fast paced environment

·         Able to cope with the demand of duties which might require extra hours of working

·         Managing and executing multiple tasks.

Application procedure.

Only email application with the position title placed in the subject line is accepted .Please send your application to recruitment@hrsolutions.co.tz  please note that the application deadline is 15^th December 2014 and only SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

Please include

1.    Cover letter

2.    Curriculum vitae with name and telephone contacts of three referees.

3.    Copies of relevant certificates

4.    Salary history.