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We are seeking a Driver for the USAID/Ethiopia Learning Analytics Activity. This is a long-term position based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and working out of the Activity office.

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Responsibilities and Tasks

Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:

Position Summary

The Driver operates and maintains project vehicle to meet the transportation needs of the project. Follows schedule of routine vehicle maintenance. The Driver will report to the Security and Logistics Specialist, and will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Expected responsibilities include:

• Drive project vehicle as and when instructed by authorized project personnel.

• Keep detailed records of vehicle movements and maintenance performed.

• Identify and report immediately any vehicle problems/defects to the relevant staff members.

• Responsible for the general cleanliness of the vehicle; body, chassis, engine etc.

• Ensure loading and off-loading of items in and out of assigned vehicle.

• Adhere to and respect Ethiopia’s traffic rules and regulations, as well as project policies and procedures.

• Ensure the assigned vehicle always carries essential tools and materials (e.g., spare tire, jack, belts, ropes, different type of spanners, jack etc.).

• Support the project office by performing general service tasks, repairs, deliveries, etc.

• Help in working with the HUB facilities with logistics and related job tasks.

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At Kaizen, A Tetra Tech Company, we find strength in our diversity. We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive working environment in which everyone has an equal opportunity to fulfill their potential. We know that we can only do development differently if we are open to and inclusive of new and unique perspectives. We encourage candidates of all abilities, ages, gender identities and expressions, national origins, races and ethnicities, religious beliefs, and sexual orientations to apply. Further, we urge parents and non-parents, married and unmarried, those from different or non-traditional educational backgrounds, and persons of all other diverse identities or experiences to apply. Kaizen is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Completed secondary school (desirable).

• Hold a valid driver’s license.

• At least 3 years’ commercial driving experience.

• Automotive mechanics expertise.

• Proven ability to work with minimum direction and supervision.

• Team player, able to work respectfully and cooperatively with colleagues or different national and cultural backgrounds.

• Strong interpersonal, coordination, and organizational skills.

• Prior experience working for USAID or other donor-funded development programs is preferred.

• Fluency in English and Amharic.

Deadline for application will be on October 11, 2024.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants should apply through THIS LINK