Closing date: Friday, 7 May 2021

Job Identification : 100170

Job Category : Program Delivery

Locations : Abt Associates, Harare, ZW

Posting Date : 04/30/2021, 07:31 PM

Apply Before : 05/07/2021, 07:31 PM

Job Schedule : Full time

Job Description

Job Summary

Abt Associates Inc., which is implementing the USAID/Zimbabwe Assistance Program in Malaria (ZAPIM II) project in Zimbabwe in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Child Care (National Malaria Control Program) is seeking the services of a driver.

Under the supervision of the Deputy Chief of Party will be responsible for will operate and maintain a motor vehicle for the transportation of project staff, consultants, and/or partners.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Operates a passenger motor vehicle in accordance with Finance & Administration Director or Office Coordinator's instructions to transport project personnel and official visitors within the city and surrounding area and travel to the next city

Maintains vehicle in clean and serviceable condition and performs minor maintenance of a preventative nature

Maintain an accurate vehicle logbook for all trips.

Perform daily inspection of the vehicle including tyre pressure, oil and water levels

Ensure that vehicle insurance is always current

Report any incidents, accidents, or injuries immediately to the supervisor

Quickly notify supervisor about any major repairs and maintenance needed on the vehicle

Tags laws and regulations malaria photocopying project personnel water level

Follow all driving laws and regulations

May deliver documents and conduct general business on behalf of the company including basic negotiation skills

Perform general clerical duties, including but not be limited to photocopying, scanning, faxing, filing, and mailing

Represent the project, Abt Associates, and USAID with professional behavior and communication skills in a diplomatic manner

Preferred Skills / Prerequisites

A high school diploma or equivalent

A minimum of one year of experience as a professional driver. Experience with USAID-funded projects or other INGOs is preferred.

Must have local driver's license appropriate to type of vehicle operate plus six months commercial driving experience

Must be familiar with local traffic laws and area traffic patterns

Fluency in English and other local languages preferred

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma + Two years of relevant experience, or Associates Degree

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.