Job Description
Zambart
Research and DevelopmentJob openings in ZambiaFreelance jobs
to Improve Health for All
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Zambart is an independent Zambian research organization whose headquarters is at the University of Zambia’s Ridgeway Campus in Lusaka. Zambart is globally renowned for its interdisciplinary research on HIV and Tuberculosis and has contributed to HIV and TB policy and practice at national and global levels. Zambart’s research portfolio now includes a broader scope of urgent public health issues. 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 vision is to conduct quality interdisciplinary health research on issues of public health importance Zambia and contribute to improving health policy and practice leading to better health for all.
Our mission is to contribute to global public health policy and practice through the generation of an evidence based by conducting high-quality health research in Zambia.Job openings in Zambia
To support our wide range of research activities, we are looking for an ambitious, suitably qualified candidate to fill the following exciting position that has arisen:
Position: Study Drivers (2)
Reporting To: Head Driver
Job Location: Lusaka
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Key Responsibilities include the following but not limited to:
Driving of the field staff to the assigned communities
Check the condition of a vehicle’s tires, brakes, windshield wipers, oil, lights, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working condition
Comply with traffic regulations to operate the study vehicle in a safe and courteous manner
Monthly report on vehicles’ status
Timely updates on due study vehicle service
Maintain knowledge of first aid procedures
Regular updating of vehicle 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 C driving license
10 years driving experience in a busy environment
Two references from the most recent employment
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 to The Head of Human Resources, Zambart Head Office, Ridgeway Campus, P.O Box 50697, Lusaka or clearly indicating the position within the subject matter, e.g. Application for employment as Study Driver- Lusaka, Zambart. Closing Date: