Job Description
SOS Children’s Villages is a child focused organization and an affiliate of the SOS Children Villages International. It is non-governmental, non-political, non-denominational, and non-racial. Its overall mission is to build families for children in need, help them shape their own futures and share in the development of their communities. To realise the mission of the organisation, SOS Children’s Villages is recruiting for the under listed position.
SOS Children’s Villages holds strict child safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for conducts of sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Recruitment decisions will give due emphasis to assessing candidates’ value congruence and thorough background checks and police clearance reference check processes.
Location Driver (1) – Chipata
Qualifications & Experience
Grade 12 certificate
Additional qualifications shall be an advantage i.e Mechanics, etc
At least 5 years’ experience driving a manual vehicle
At least 3 years’ experience working an international NGOs that works with children shall be of advantage
Reporting Lines
The job holder will report to the Sponsorship and Administrative Assistant
Key Competencies
Driving & Maintenance
Excellent driving skills
Holder of a valid clean Zambian driving licence
Ability to perform standard maintenance and execute repairs on vehicles as well as other minor technical support
Planning & Coordination
Ability to coordinate well with all staff members
Ability to monitor and keep track of all vehicle servicing and maintenance needs
Ability to optimise vehicle availability
Flexible
Able and willing to work outside of standard office hours and on weekends as required
Communication
Professional, courteous, responsive and friendly manner
Able to build strong supportive working relationships with co-workers
Able to build excellent rapport with vendors, visitors and all external parties meeting SOS Children’s Village Zambia
Able to write clearly and provide reports on vehicle maintenance, fuel consumption, stock management, and similar reports
Administration
Excellent record keeping skills
Organisation
Highly organised and able to respond quickly to daily demands of the position
Great attention to detail and accuracy in work
Compliance
Adheres to SOS Children’s Village rules and regulations in all aspects of administration and of the work.
Strict compliance to SOS Children’s Village Safeguarding policies and the Code of Conduct
Key Responsibilities
2.1 Fulfil the transport needs of the SOS Children’s Village
Carry out the driving requirements of the facility, as directed by the supervisor, who is responsible for the coordination of vehicle use.
Ensure that every trip is recorded on the vehicle log sheets and avail copies to the supervisor monthly for reporting purposes.
Prepare monthly fuel utilization reports
Arrange for vehicle service for all the vehicles within the location.
Ensure that all vehicle legal documentation (Road tax, Fitness and Insurance) is up to date.
2.2 Ensure the safety of the village children
Always drive responsibly and safely.
Drop-off (and arrange to pick-up) children/staff only where it is safe to do so.
Adhere to child safeguarding guidelines when in contact with the children.
2.3 Maintain the safety and security of the vehicles
Ensure the vehicle(s) are in good working order. Regularly check lights, indicators, brakes, tyre pressures, oil, battery and radiator. Report any defects to the supervisor.
Ensure that vehicle(s) always has sufficient fuel.
Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle(s). Regularly wash vehicle(s) inside and out.
Follow the correct reporting procedure in the event of an accident which shall be to the supervisor immediately an accident incidence happens and file in an incidence/police report thereafter.
2.4 General
Perform any other duties, as assigned by supervisor
Carry out all duties in accordance with the vehicle management policy and other policies in the NA.