Job Title: Driver

Reports to:  Logistics focal persons

Duty Station: Water For People in Rwanda Office

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Water For People is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) that works with people and partners to develop innovative and long-lasting solutions to the water, sanitation, and hygiene problems in developing countries.  The organization strives to continually improve, experiment with promising new ideas, and leverage resources to multiply its impact.

Water For People is currently operating in 9 countries including Rwanda where Water For People is supporting WASH in the Districts of Rulindo, Kicukiro, Gicumbi, and Karongi.

Water For People has secured funds from USAID to finance the Isoko y’Ubuzima project that will operate in 10 Districts of Rwanda from 2021 to 2026. It is against this background that Water For People in Rwanda is in the process of hiring Drivers with the following qualifications and competencies.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Drive office vehicles for the transportation of Water For People staff and visitors, and other authorized personnel.
• Transport Water For People staff goods to their destination in a safe, responsible, and timely manner;
• Collection and delivery of mail, documents, and other courier items in a safe, responsible and timely manner.
• Ensure that all assignments and trips are authorized, embarked on, and completed on time, with all travel and delivery requirements as per the office standards.
• Oversee the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles including checking the oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc. and log them in the start-of-the-day checklist.
• Perform minor repairs and/or arrange for other repairs by logging and urgently reporting to the supervisor.
• Ensure that vehicles are driven safely, optimizing engines use, economizing fuel as well as minimizing wear and tear;
• Report to the supervisor all vehicle maintenance problems, incidents, accidents, and damage using official forms;
• Guard vehicle against theft and vandals and ensure that vehicles are locked and parked in the officially assigned locations;
• Ensure that the steps required by Water For People staff rules and regulations are taken into consideration in case of involvement in an incident or accident or damage to the vehicle;
• Appropriately log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing etc. using the available logbooks before and after each trip;
• Submit assigned vehicle performance and activities accounted for at the end of every week to the supervisor;
• Ensure full accountability for time, assignments, and activities on a weekly basis to the supervisor;
• Ensure the cleanliness of the vehicle at all times.
• Respect the speed limits and obey all other Rwanda traffic laws when driving Water For People staff vehicles;
• Be flexible to work longer hours, after hours and weekends, and when necessary or in an emergency;
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor, or any other Water For People staff Senior Management staff.                   

EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: 

• High school diploma
• Valid Rwanda driver’s license Level B
• Excellent driving skills with a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a driver with a good driving record
• Experience in driving through remote parts of the country
• Good judgment in traffic and knowledge of traffic patterns
• Good knowledge of car mechanics
• Good communication in English and Kinyarwanda language skills are preferable
• Computer skills
• Holder of qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repairs is an added advantage

BEHAVIORS AND COMPETENCIES: 

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and take initiative.
• Ability to solve problems and take corrective action.
• Strong interpersonal and intercultural communication skills.

 Required Competencies

• Connects to the Mission – Embraces the mission of Water For People and is passionate about advancing the dynamic role it plays leading social impact in international development.
• Demonstrates Ethics and Integrity – Understands ethical behavior and business practices and ensures that own behavior is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization.
• Manages through Ambiguity – Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in responding to change and ambiguity.
• Demonstrates Cultural Awareness – Able to engage a wide range of stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.
• Action-oriented – Maintains an attitude of open, curious, and proactive learning, continually expanding own area of understanding and expertise.
• Connects with Others – Listens and fosters open communication through questioning, dialogue, and information sharing.
• Self-confident – Demonstrates humility, mature confidence, and courage to innovate, risk, and lead theirs in own role.

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Position is based at Water For People’s Rwanda office.
• Trips to the field in Water For People intervention areas will be required from time to time.