JOB OPPORTUNITY
TRUCK OPERATOR
World Vision is a child-focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development programmes in 28 Districts of Rwanda. Our interventions are currently reaching more than 1.5 million people.
World Vision Rwanda seeks to hire 2 highly qualified, dedicated, and experienced nationals for the position of Truck Operator. These positions will be based at Mahama, Kigeme, and Mugobwa refugee camps, reporting to the WASH Project Manager.
Purpose of the position:
To contribute to the key objective of the project by ensuring safe transportation of sewerage & solid wastes and their final disposal to the dumping site, and the vehicles are maintained in a sound mechanical and clean condition.
The major responsibilities include:
|
% of Time |
Activity |
End Results |
|
40% |
Transportation of sewerage & solid wastes from various communities and the indicated places with respect to the safety of the refugees. |
Sewerage & solid wastes collected and Properly disposed of timely. |
|
30% |
To keep the vehicle safe and clean & conduct major daily/ regular checks to ensure the vehicle is in a sound mechanical condition. |
The vehicle kept safe and clean all the time The vehicle is in a sound mechanical condition |
|
10% |
Fill in logbooks and other vehicle-related forms regularly. |
Logbooks and other relevant forms properly and regularly filled |
|
10% |
To make fuel and service requests on time to ensure the vehicle is serviced according to schedule. |
The vehicle has sufficient fuel all the time Vehicle serviced according to schedule. |
|
10% |
Adhere to Child and Adult safeguarding policy, World Vision Rwanda Policies, and code of conduct in refugee camps. |
Policies adhered to all the time |
Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
The following knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training:
Minimum education and experience required:
- Should have an advanced level certificate or O ‘level’ certificate and TVET Driving Professional Driving Certificate.
- Should have a category B & C driving permit, with experience in driving trucks with 10 Mt of capacity
- Should have 3 years of experience in the same field
- Knows local road rules and travel routes in Rwanda
- Should be fluent in English, Knowledge of French is an added advantage
- Should be computer literate (Microsoft Word and Excel)
Salary:
The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
N.B: Women are highly encouraged to apply.
How to apply:
Should you wish to apply for this position, please go to https://careers.wvi.org/jobs/rwanda/fleet/truck-operator/15867
If this is your first time applying online via the World Vision International careers website, you will need to register an account along with your application details. This site will provide you with additional functionality, such as saved searches and email alerts. Registration requires minimal information to create your account. Further details will be collected during the application process.
All applicants must apply using our online application system, CVs received via email or standard post will NOT be considered.
In case you face any challenges in applying, please let us know at wvrwanda-recruitment@wvi.org (no applications will be accepted through this email).
The closing date for submission of applications is 15th December 2020; no late applications will be accepted.
As a child-focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditional upon successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.
