SNV Netherlands Development Organisation
DUE: 18 APR 2023
Contract
Contract type: National employment contract
Company Description
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation
SNV is a not-for-profit international development organisation that applies practical knowledge to make a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty. We use our extensive and long-term in-country presence to apply and adapt our top-notch expertise in agriculture, energy and WASH to local contexts. SNV has over 1250 staff in more than 25 countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America. We are proud to be a not-for-profit organisation that uses project financing to implement our mission. This requires us to work efficiently and to invest in operational excellence.
For more information on SNV, visit our website: www.snv.org
In anticipation of funding, SNV is recruiting for the position of Project Driver.
Job Description
Transport staff, visitors or errands to destination, based on requests and conform safety and traffic regulations, in order to contribute to timely and safely arrival. Coordinates fleet management and ensures regular maintenance of vehicles including information on vehicle insurances and licences.
Vehicle operations and Safety
Have end responsibility for use of car, clean and fuel vehicle, check inventory (e.g. first aid kit, second tire etc.) and status of the vehicle, identify any damage and report these to supervisor, arrange and keep track of periodical service schedule and insurance.
Driving
Drive passengers or deliver errands within the identified areas, following the traffic regulations, safety instructions and situations and based on the travel arrangements of the passengers and/or delivery requirements. Ability to use onboard equipment such as 4×4, radios or winches.
Technical Maintenance
Regularly check and maintain the main maintenance areas (e.g. oil, tire pressure etc.), identify technical malfunctions, check potential repair alternatives, conduct repairs to the vehicles and/or send for repair, in consultation with the supervisor in case of complex and/or costly repair.
Administration
Keep logbook of all driving activities, fuel and any incidents and accidents. Ensure insurances and licences of vehicles are up to date.
Qualifications
5‘O’ level.
Valid Defensive Driver’s Certificate.
Minimum of a valid class 4 driving license.
Knowledge of operations of four-wheel drive driven vehicles.
Five (5) years’ experience in similar organization/ NGO working environment.
Good Written and spoken English.
Able to pass SNV driving test.
Additional Information
Contract duration: One year, national contract.
TO APPLY
CLICK HERE and complete your application by 18 April 2023. Applicants to submit cover letter and CV.
We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement.
NB: Only shortlisted will be contacted.