Summary
Date Posted: Friday, June 23 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
About the Role
Potato seeds production aims to increase the quality and Quantity of potato seeds produced in Rwanda and hence improve the farmers yield.
Transport Officer will support our staffing team to meet field needs, travel needs, and other transport logistical support needs. Our transport officers are here to support the mission of our organization, by supporting our staff and maintaining our fleet in excellent condition. You will engage with the daily needs of our staff and ensure they are excellently supported while pushing forward improvements to department targets. We offer a mix of where you are surrounded by a crew of hard-working professionals.
A Transport Officer will work with One acre fund Rwanda Potato seeds Production department(SED)/Team. You will report directly to the Potato Seed Operations Lead.

Responsibilities
• Safely transport of our staff to all work-related events and visits
• Transport materials and equipment to the field.
• Perform minor repairs, maintenance, service requests to the transport manager, ensures that the vehicle is kept clean in good running condition
• Ensure that all financial responsibility, driving training and certifications of the vehicle are kept up to date
• Ensure that the assigned vehicle is compliant with the OAF minimum operating standards and OAF Vehicle Policy requirements
• Ensure availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, registration, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle.
• Ensure That the necessary steps required by rules and regulations are followed in case of vehicle accident.
• Conduct weekly vehicle checks to ensure the vehicle under your care is in good working condition.
• Exchange relevant information and maintain an open line of communication with colleagues and your manage

Career Growth and Development
We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
• Valid Driving license B and D,
• Sound knowledge of road safety regulations,
• 3-5 years working experience in local roads and routes,
• Ability to utilize maps, GPs systems, and car manuals,
• Punctual and reliable, customer service,
• Working knowledge of vehicle mechanics

Preferred Start Date
As soon as possible

Job Location
Kirehe, Rwanda
Benefits
Health insurance, paid time off
Eligibility
This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education:

Job application procedure
• Application Deadline
• 31 July 2023
• One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here ( globalhotline@oneacrefund.org  ), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.
• We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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