Rwanda CLA Activity
Scope of Work
Driver
Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Time type: Full time
Background:
The USAID/Rwanda Collaborating, Learning and Adapting (CLA) Activity, which is administered by USAID and implemented by ME&A, Inc. (ME&A), is designed to improve USAID/Rwanda’s performance monitoring, evaluation, collaboration, learning, and adapting processes to ensure the Mission effectively utilizes data in all decision-making processes. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of a Driver for the CLA Activity USAID-funded project office in Rwanda.
Position Description:
Under the direct supervision of the Finance and Administration Specialist, the Driver performs driving service to staff and visitors in compliance with the safety and security procedures of USAID CLAA Activity. The position requires solid knowledge of vehicle management policies and standards, driving safety and ME&A’ s travel and safety policies.
Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:
The Driver is responsible for undertaking the following tasks and responsibilities:
- Provide transportation for the Program, staff pickup and drop off, airport collection and transport of visitors as directed by the supervisor.
- Coordinate with the F&A Specialist to follow up and execute driver planning and scheduling using Outlook Calendar or other means of scheduling as assigned.
- Keep a logbook of all vehicles use and travel and register transportation requests for the assigned locations.
- Register, deliver and distribute mail as needed, both incoming and outgoing.
- Deliver correspondence to different offices when needed.
- Follow up on IT renewal and registrations.
- Determine when and what kind of maintenance the vehicle needs, keep track of general maintenance schedules, especially car tire condition and report to Supervisor for action.
- Check oil, water, and tires properly and keep vehicles in clean condition, both inside and outside.
- Update monthly mileage records and provide data to Supervisor for monthly operations reporting.
- Ensure assigned vehicle is inspected annually and in a timely manner (control technique);
- Perform other duties as required.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Strong communication skills, both written and oral Kinyarwanda and English language skills.
- . Knowledge in mechanics
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize, with the aim of providing administrative support in an efficient manner.
- Ability to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team in an office environment.
- Proficiency with MS Word and Excel required.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Be of Rwandan nationality.
- Have a Grade 12 Certificate (secondary certificate)
- Valid Driver’s license, at least Category B – having additional categories is an asset;.
- At least Five (5) years’ experience, safe driving record
- Ability to produce incident reports and work well with staff.
This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
Submission of Applications deadline
The deadline for Application is 16th January 2023 at 05:00 Pm.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit one page Cover letter, and updated CV (maximum two pages) and names, title, and contacts of three professional referees, to include most current employer (All should be in one document) via email only to: clarwanda@engl.com with the position applied for clearly indicated in the subject line.
The applications submitted after deadline will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
