• Employer: SNV

• Job Time: Full-Time

• Job Type: Contract

• Place of Work: Mekelle, Tigray region - Ethiopia

• Salary: Attractive

• Deadline: November, 08/2024

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner working in more than 20 countries across Africa and Asia. Building on 60 years of experience and grounded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we work on the core themes of gender equality and social inclusion, climate adaptation and mitigation, and strong institutions and effective governance. Together with our team of over 1,600 people, our mission is to strengthen capacities and catalyze partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems, which enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all.

For more information on SNV's operations, visit our website: www.snv.org.

Purpose of the Job

The position holder is responsible for transporting staff, visitors, or errands to the destination, based on requests and conforming to safety and traffic regulations, to contribute to a timely and safe arrival. Coordinates fleet management and ensures regular maintenance of vehicles including information on vehicle insurances and taxes.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Have end responsibility for use of car, clean and fuel vehicle, check inventory (e.g. first aid kit, second tire, etc.) and status of the vehicle, identify any damage and report these to supervisor, arrange and keep track of periodical service schedule and insurance.

• Drive passengers or deliver errands within the identified areas, following the traffic regulations, safety instructions, and situations based on the travel arrangements of the passengers and/or delivery requirements.

• Regularly check and maintain the main maintenance areas (e.g. oil, tire pressure, etc.), identify technical malfunctions, check potential repair alternatives, conduct repairs to the vehicles, and/or send for repair, in consultation with the supervisor in case of complex and/or costly repair.

• Keep a logbook of all driving activities, fuel, and any incidents and accidents.

• Ensure insurance and taxes of vehicles are up to date.

• Execute activities to support others based on the request, like assisting in logistic activities, or support in the maintenance of the building.

• Pick up and deliver messages, documents, packages, and other items between offices or departments within an establishment or directly to other business concerns, based on requests.

• Conform safety and traffic regulations, to timely and safe arrival

• Plan transport, coordinate drivers, contact and contract suppliers and garages for maintenance and services, ensure valid insurances for fleet, and check and document valid driver's licenses of all persons driving SNV Vehicles.

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification and Experience

• 12th or 10th grade complete and at least five years of experience as a Driver.

Additional Skills

• Must have 3rd grade renewed and valid driving license.

• Having a Diploma in Auto-mechanics is an advantage.

• Technical knowledge of vehicles and basic maintenance.

• Experience in an INGO environment is preferable.

• Be reliable, punctual, committed, and self-motivated.

Competencies:

• Accountability

• Stress Resistance

• Adaptability

• Client orientation

Additional Information

Contract Type: National

Expected start date: As soon as possible

Duty Station: Mekelle

Contract Duration: Five months 

How to Apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and a letter of motivation before/on the 8th of November 2024.

If we see that your experience and skills match the requirements of the position, we will contact you to advise you of the next steps in the recruitment process.

SNV is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Interested and qualified applicants can apply using THIS LINK