Summary
Date Posted: Friday, August 05, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Development Aid from People to People (DAPP) is a nationally registered NGO working with development projects in the fields of education, health, agriculture and other poverty alleviation programmes. Projects are carried out in all the provinces of Zambia reaching over 1 million people. Key funding partners include the Government of Zambia, national and international development organisations (USAID, EU, Global Fund, WFP and more) as well as private sector organisations.
DAPP in Zambia is seeking an qualified and experienced individual to fill the positions of Driver for the Total Control of the Epidemic (TCE) project to be based in Lusaka.

Duties and essential job functions
• Conversant with the operations mechanism of light vehicles; ensuring that they are in road worthy condition, perfect state of cleanliness – interiorly and externally, insured and with valid road tax, etc., before they are used; and driven on official duties.
• Has experience in mechanics to repair different types of vehicles when need arises away and at work place.
• Strictly observes all Road Signage and Traffic rules and laws at all times
• Performs routine checks of oil, fuel, battery, and clutch fluid and water levels in the radiator of all company vehicles before embarking on a trip and be able to advise users accordingly.
• Reports any mechanical/electrical fault/maintenance requirements to the supervisor for timely rectification of the fault(s)
• Reports any instance of mishap or accident to the supervisor for timely action
• Ensures that all motor vehicle tools and accessories are (e.g. spare wheel, Jack, spanners, triangles, fire extinguishers, first aid box etc.) are in place and in good working condition, at the beginning and end of each day
• Ensures that the assigned vehicle is serviced within schedule by reporting the mileage to the supervisor on time
• Ensures that passengers take safety precautions, such as wearing of safety belts, before any journey begins
• Ensures that every journey and fuelling/refuelling are recorded in the Motor Vehicle Log Book and signed off
• Delivers materials and personnel to instructed destinations, ensuring safety at all times.
• Ensures security of the vehicle at all times and that the vehicle is parked only in a secured place when not in use
• Conducts a weekly checklist of vehicle condition and submits to supervisor for review.
• Performs routine office errands as assigned by superiors in consultation with Fleet Management Team.
• Prepares and submits monthly vehicle utilisation report.

Qualifications
• Completion of Grade 12 level of Education
• Class C1 Drivers’ licence with basic mechanics’ experience
• Valid Police Clearance Report
• Three (03) years’ experience working as a Driver/ Mechanic preferably in a Non- Governmental Organisation
• Experience in providing administrative assistance to a development project
• Excellent knowledge of traffic rules and road laws of Zambia.
• Basic computer knowledge will be an added advantage

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Professional Certificate

Job application procedure
• Email applications with detailed Curriculum Vitae (CVs), with minimum 3 referees must be received by 10th August, 2022
• The cover letter and CV must be one document, and the applicant’s name must be the document title.
• Indicate the job title and position location as the subject of your email, that is, TCE DRIVER – Lusaka
• Please indicate your current, or last salary and benefits in the cover letter.
• Do not attach certificates and other documentation at this stage.
• Please submit applications to these emails: hr@dappzambia.org  & precious.k@dappzambia.org 
Residents in the regions where the vacancies are, are particularly encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted



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