JOB DETAILS:
Terms Of Reference Driver
Type of Contract Full Time/Fixed Term
Issue Date 12th December 2022
Application Deadline 31st December 2022
Number of positions 1
Grade of the position 1-C
Duty Station Kigali, Rwanda (With frequent travels upcountry)
Duration 12 Months (renewable subject to funding)
Where the context allows, words importing the singular should include the plural and vice-versa, and words importing the masculine include the feminine and vice-versa.
1. Background
Initiatives for Peace and Human Rights (iPeace) is a non-profit organization that works for sustainable peace in the Great Lakes region through human rights and good governance education. iPeace is legally registered and operational in Rwanda, DRC, and Burundi with a mission to equip communities and individuals with knowledge and skills to build a global culture of peace. The organization's vision is to see the Great Lakes Region become a place where community members and leaders work together by holding each other accountable in upholding human rights values and principles of good governance.
With financial support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, iPeace in partnership with International Alert and Pole Institute will implement the “HAKI BILA MIPAKA” project. This project aims to contribute to strengthening access to justice for people in the cities across the border between the DRC and Rwanda.
To achieve this objective, iPeace will implement several activities including the provision of free legal aid to cross-border populations, the capacity building of judicial actors, as well as the training of young academics in international humanitarian law and human rights. This project will be carried out in the Western Province, especially in Rubavu, Rusizi and Bugarama.
It is in this context that iPeace is looking for a qualified and experienced “Driver” to support the project management and technical in carrying out their duties in different places.
2. Scope Of Work
iPeace-Rwanda is looking for a qualified and experienced driver to facilitate transporting services. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the ability to be a quick decision-maker, ability to work in a diverse team of colleagues from different backgrounds, and to liaise with other implementing partner organizations.
Under the direct supervision of the management of the organization and Finance and Admin Assistant, the driver will ensure the transport of personnel, delivery mails, purchased goods and equipment in a safe and efficient manner to the assigned places reflecting the organisation’s values (respect of passengers and road users, respect of regulations, avoidance of uncivil behaviours, etc.).
The driver will regularly check oil, water, brakes and brake liquid, tyres pressure, battery levels and the entire vehicle, monthly, weekly or every 5,000 km (whichever is first), headlights, brakes, bodywork for dents etc.
Field trips with overnight stays on a regular basis are expected to be part of the normal duties.
3. Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the driver will include the following:
• Ensure safe movement of iPeace’s authorized staff, guests, partners, and parcels from one location to another
• Driving office vehicles for the transportation of authorized personnel.
• Collecting and delivering mails, documents, and other items.
• Ensuring that all vehicles comply with the Minimum Operating Security Standards.
• Taking care of the day-to-day maintenance of assigned vehicles, check oil, water, battery and brakes.
• Ensuring that the assigned vehicle is kept neat and clean (interior and exterior) all the time.
• Log official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes and greasing.
• Following all rules and regulations in relation to the Road Safety Transport Authority.
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the management of the organization.
4. Qualifications And Skills Required
Qualifications and experience below are required from any candidate:
• Functionally literate.
• Having valid driving license with 3- 5 years of driving experience with NGOs.
• Able to work under minimal supervision and be proactive and initiative.
• Effective time management skills.
• Good command of English and Kinyarwanda with basic understanding of French.
• Obedience, honesty and integrity with excellent interpersonal skills;
• Ability to be reliable with excellent time management and planning skills;
• Capacity to communicate appropriately and effectively within a multicultural setting.
• Capacity to keep confidentiality at all times
• Flexibility to be called on duty at odd times
Job Experience: No Requirements
Work Hours: 8
Level of Education: Professional Certificate
Job application procedure
iPeace invites qualified candidates to apply for this position by providing the following as one single PDF attachment:
• A motivation letter (1 page maximum)
• Most updated Curriculum Vitae highlighting key qualifications for the position (3 pages Max) with two references preferably most recent employers/supervisors (email and phone numbers)
• Notarized copy of the most qualifying degree/certificate
Applications will be submitted exclusively online via the following https://shorturl.at/kAFJK no later than December 31, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. local time.
Applications from female candidates are highly encouraged.
We regret that due to the large number of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Preselected candidates will be invited to the job tests which will be organized face-to-face in Kigali at the headquarters of Initiatives for Peace and Human Rights. iPeace does not bear any costs that a candidate will incur in responding to this job posting.
Telephone or electronic inquiries will not be answered.
6. Equal Opportunity & No Corruption
iPeace is proud to be an Equal Employment and Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, age, status as individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, competence, and result-delivery need.
iPeace conducts its activities professionally, with integrity and in compliance with laws of those jurisdictions. As part of its commitment to ethical practices, iPeace does not tolerate acts of bribery or corruption. No person, agent or organization has been mandated by iPeace to receive, orient or facilitate any job application nor is there any fee whatsoever to submit, review, or assess a job application. Any promise/threat by whoever to positively or negatively influence a job application process is null and void.
Done at Kigali, on 12th December 2022
Dr. Elvis Mbembe Binda.
President & CEO
JOB DETAILS:
4 Driver
Level:10.II
Job description
• Assist clients and patients as needed to safely complete the transfer.
• Carry out daily checks before starting up the vehicle (oil level; water level; pressure of the tires etc…)
• Complete a mechanical checklist prior to each shift to ensure ambulance is in working order and ready to transport patients to and from required locations, and report any mechanical issues
• Complete appropriate trip sheets as required by line manager to record officially each transport
• Effective communicates with dispatch regarding schedule progress and receive instructions.
• Ensure ambulance is clean and stocked properly with first aid and medical supplies prior to each shift and between patient transports throughout the day
• Ensure that there is availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance
• Ensure the road safety compliance
• Help patients onto ambulance gurney and load them into the ambulance, assisted by medical personnel
• Inform the logistics department of any major repairs to be carried out.
• Maintain a professional image and attitude in regards to clients, visitors and co‐workers
• Maintain cleanness of the vehicles
• Provide reliable and secure driving services
• Report accident or other emergency facts
• Solve minor technical problems for vehicles
• Transporting patients and clients utilizing health facility vehicles in a safe and professional manner
Minimum Qualifications
• A2 certificate with a valid driving license (B, C or D) with 3 years working experience as a driver.
0 Year of relevant experience
Competency and Key Technical Skills
• Integrity
• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
• Inclusiveness
• Accountability
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Client/citizen focus
• Professionalism
• Commitment to continuous learning
Job Experience: No Requirements
Work Hours: 8
Level of Education: Professional Certificate
Job application procedure
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