Motorbike Rider

Job Description

Zambart

Research and Development

to Improve Health for All

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Zambart is a research institution known internationally for cutting edge applied and interdisciplinary research on urgent public health issues. Zambart’s mission is to provide evidence-based research to influence policy. Zambart staff form an interdisciplinary team with a range of expertise including epidemiology, clinical science, social science, laboratory, operations research, health systems and services research, health policy analysis, health economics, health communication and counselling. Zambart’s head office is located at Ridgeway Campus, the University of Zambia.

Zambart is currently recruiting staff for a new study entitled: “Global Burden Estimation of Human Papillomavirus (GLOBE-HPV). This study aims to estimate the prevalence (single time point detection) of HPV 16 and/or 18 infection among a representative sample of girls and women aged 9-50 years in a range of settings. In addition, the study aims to estimate the incidence of ≥6-month persistent HPV 16 and/or 18 infection (defined as two sequential type-specific positives with an interval of 6 months) in selected populations over 2 years.

To support our wide range of research activities, we are looking for a candidate to fill the position of Motorbike Rider.

Position: Motorbike Rider (1)

Reporting To: The Site Supervisor

Job Location: Kanakantapa- Chongwe

Duration: Six (6) months Contract-Full Time.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Transport the study samples in the right temperature from the Kanakantapa field to Kanakantapa site office.

Ensure that the transportation logs and necessary forms are handed over to the right staff

Ensure that the motorbike is clean and in good working condition

Ensure that samples reach the Zambart lab in Lusaka by 14:00 on Fridays

To ride the field study motorbike to the assigned community

Check the condition of a motorbike’s tires, brakes, oil, lights, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working condition

Comply with traffic regulations to operate the study motorbike in a safe and courteous manner

Regular updating of motorbike logbook

Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements:

Minimum grade Twelve (12) school certificate

Between 30 years to 50 years of age

Knowledge of Zambian Highway Code

Clean and valid class A riding license

5 years driving experience in a busy environment

Must be able to read and write

Basic Knowledge of mechanics

Professional integrity including safeguarding standards

Personal Attributes:

Mature and sober character

Reliable, dependable and honest

Ability to communicate in English and local languages fluently

Method of Application

Only applicants who possess the above qualifications and experience should submit their application letter, CV and certificates via email addressed to The Head of Human Resources, Zambart Head Office, Ridgeway Campus, P.O Box 50697, Lusaka clearly indicating the position, project and town within the subject matter, e.g. Application for employment as Motorbike Rider-GHPV Study-Kanakantapa, Zambart.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted directly.