Main Purpose of Job

The Driver Mechanic Work as an integral part of the MCF-funded community services pathways to provide driving service to the JHU∙CCP Ethiopia Oromia Region (Jimma) staff, guests.

Major Responsibilities

• Provide driving service to the MCF Project Ethiopia staff with due care & attention.

• Provides driving service to guests and visitors of the MCF Project Ethiopia staff as instructed

• Settles telephone, water and electricity bills of the MCF Project Ethiopia office on time if required

• Performs purchases as instructed

• Keeps the vehicle clean and amiable for travel

• Service vehicles according to the established preventive maintenance schedule

• Ascertains the roadworthiness of the vehicle

• Rotate and balance tires; change oil and filters; lubricate vehicle parts; inspect and replace hoses, belts, mirrors, lamps; and maintain all fluid levels.

• Maintains and fixes minor mechanical problems in the vehicle

• Follows up on the periodic service and maintenance schedule of the vehicle

• Ensure the 3rd party and other insurance coverage are intact

• Keeps a logbook and records travel detail of the vehicle consistently & ensure the Daily Movement Sheets (log books) are signed by the user each day

• Distributes and collects messages to and from different organizations as instructed

• When damage, theft or accident occurs on or by the vehicle immediately inform the respected region with adequate particulars

• Assists the staff of the BA Project Ethiopia staff whenever requested

• Performs any other related duties as and when requested.

Reports to: The Cluster Manager

Required no : 1 (one)

Duration of Employment: 1 year with possible extension

Job Requirements

Knowledge, skills and experience required

• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs with general supervision 

• Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in vehicle repair 

• Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts 

• Ability to pass required driver safety training 

• Five years’ work experience as a driver mechanic 

• NGO experience and Mechanical Experience are an advantage

• Experience in an NGO environment, and with very good experience in driving four-wheel drive (4WD)/field vehicles in the rural parts of the country Diploma in Auto-mechanics is an advantage

• Valid 3rd-grade driving license. 10th – 12th grade complete. 

• Ability to communicate in English languages, being local language speaker is advantageous 

How to Apply

Candidates with the required knowledge, skills, and proven experience are invited to submit an application letter and resume via the link HERE till March 31, 2024.