DRIVER – GIZ

Key Responsibilities

• Safe and responsible driving of office vehicles.
• Routine maintenance and care of office vehicles.
• Takes careful note of all available information concerning street conditions, effective routes and locations.
• Running of official errands and assisting with other office services.
• Contribute to the organization of the Cluster carpool and coordinate and exchange with other driver colleagues.
• Drive office vehicles safely and chauffeur office staff, official visitors and guests to official destinations.
• Assists in the transport of goods.
• Regularly cleans the inside and outside of the office vehicle inside.
• Checks oil, water, brake and clutch fluids daily; tyre pressures, battery water, and overall vehicle condition monthly or after 5000 km whichever comes earlier; tests lights, brakes, bodywork for dents, etc.
• Is responsible for project vehicle documents and its care, keeps vehicle logbook daily and registers each monthly check.
• Reports the need for maintenance and undertakes minor repairs.
• Immediately reports any involvement of the office vehicle in any, even minor accidents, or any damage or theft of equipment from the vehicle.
• Uses all available information (incl. actual radio news on traffic situations) to update. knowledge of street conditions, effective routes and locations daily.
• Exchanges this information with other office drivers.
• Serves all passengers in a friendly and timely manner
• Runs errands for the office, e.g. delivery of letters/messages, payment of bills, and makes minor purchases of office supplies.
• Accomplishes the “logbook” correctly and accurately.
• Does not use the car for his/her own private purposes at any time without prior permission from the Team Leader/Head of Logistics 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.
• If there is no outside driving activity, s/he stands by in the office, supports other colleagues in case of need, and does other office work as assigned
• Reports any incident whilst off duty that may affect his/her driving licence entitlement, as well as any newly known health problems that may affect his/her ability to drive
• Assists in and/or carries out other activities and any tasks as assigned
• Undertakes further job training related to his/her position and duties, if required. Special training programs shall be identified and selected jointly with the Director of Administration.

Requirements

• Possess Malawi School certificate of Education MSCE with 5 years of professional driving experience or Junior Certificate of Education with 10 years of professional driving experience
• Must possess a valid and up-to-date driver’s license
• Up to date defensive driving certificates.
• 5 years of driving experience in the public sector or an international organization is an advantage.
• Able to provide basic first aid
• Able to work in a team and independently with minimum supervision is a must.
• Good time management, structure and well organized
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
• Proven ability to perform minor vehicle maintenance tasks (e.g., checking fluid levels, tire pressure)
• Honest and trustworthy with the ability to manage company resources (vehicles, fuel, etc.) responsibly.

How to Apply