Motor Vehicle Operator (Driver)

Job Summary


The position provides reliable and secure driving services to the project team. 
The incumbent will ensure proper use of vehicle and ensure day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle. 
The incumbent projects a professional company image through interaction, appearance and attitude.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities


Ensures provision of reliable and secure driving services by a) driving office vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items and b) meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport, visa and customs formalities arrangement when required.
Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.
Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc.
Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, and map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts.
Ensure that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.
Meet and greet clients and visitors.
Provide other project related support assistance as may be assigned Supervisor


Minimum Recruitment Standard


Minimum of relevant qualification from secondary academic institution. Valid Driver’s license. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and telephone protocol.
Minimum of 3 years’ work experience as a driver; safe driving record; knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair.
Previous experience in conducting liaison work with government and international agencies and NGOs
Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to type.
Knowledge of Auto Mechanical repairs is an Advantage
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of views



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