Driver

Description

Title: Driver

Reports to: Logistic Coordinator & Transport Coordinator

Location: Burera site & Kigali

Grade: 2A

Number of Position(s): 2

General Responsibilities:

• Provide safe and courteous transport for staff in a professional manner and in accordance with their daily duties.
• Provide transport support to PIH programs as per assigned tasks and per the schedule set by the Transport Supervisor
• and in a timely manner.
• Ensure that assigned vehicle is operated in accordance with Partners In Health/Inshuti Mu Buzima transport policy and guidelines
• Able to provide transport support in situations of emergency.
• Maintain the daily vehicle logs, and complete vehicle condition reporting to supervisor as required
• Ensure that fuel is used efficiently
• Maintain high level of hospitality to PIH donors and other visitors while at the airport and when traveling to sites and within sites
• Ensure full adherence to PIH drivers Code of conduct

  Vehicle Maintenance

  • Perform daily checks of IMB assigned vehicles in accordance with vehicle checklist.
  • Report all vehicle malfunctions or problems to PIH/IMB head or District Mechanic to ensure that its maintenance and repair services are performed on time.
  • Ensure that vehicles are always clean and seatbelts and interior upholstery are in good condition.
  • Ensure that assigned vehicle is roadworthy before embarking on any trip.

    Safety and Security

    • Respect and adheres to PIH/IMB transport policy
    • Keeps him/herself well-informed of and obeys all traffic laws in Rwanda
    • Immediately communicating any safety and security incidents to supervisors
    • Safeguards vehicles, travelers, and luggage. Ensures that vehicles are locked at all times and safely parked/garaged after working hours.
    • Ensures that all travelers always wear their seatbelts.
    • Make sure that a recommended weight of luggage is loaded on top of the vehicles or back-bed in a manner that will prevent damage to the vehicles, and prevent it from falling while the vehicle is moving.
    • Responsible for the safety of the vehicle at all times; to ensure the availability of spare tire, vehicle jack kit and other necessary tools when required and are in good condition.

      Qualifications/Skills/Abilities/Experience Needed:

      • Education level: A2 certificate
      • Possession of a valid driving permit category B, D, D1
      • Experience of a minimum of 5 years driving in NGOs or public institutions
      • Must always be in possession of a valid Rwandan driving license
      • Has comprehensive knowledge of and adherence to all current Rwandan traffic laws and specific requirements related to driving International NGO vehicles.
      • Ability to live PIH/IMB values: Ubumuntu-Compassion, Ubupfura-Integrity, Ubunyangamugayo-Honesty, Ubwubahane-Mutual respect, Ubumwe-Solidarity, Agaciro-Dignity, Kugira ishyaka-Determination.

        At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families, and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.