Vacancy Announcement: Driver position

Job Title: Driver (Gisagara WASH Program)

Department: Finance and Administration

Reports to: Procurement and Logistics Officer

Duty station: Gisagara District

Supervisor Duties:

Background

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 the organization is supporting WASH in the districts of Rulindo, Kicukiro, Gicumbi, Karongi and Gisagara. Ten more districts are supported under the USAID-funded Isoko y’Ubuzima Project.

Job Summary

As a crucial member of the Gisagara WASH Program team, the Driver plays a pivotal role in facilitating the seamless execution of Water For People’s annual work plan in the region. Tasked with the safe and efficient transportation of personnel, equipment, and materials, the Driver ensures timely delivery and support for program activities. Operating within the framework of Water For People’s management structure in Rwanda, the Driver reports directly to the Procurement and Logistics Officer, contributing to the overall success of the program by enabling smooth logistical operations.

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:

A High school diploma.
Valid Rwanda driver’s license Level B
Excellent driving skills with a minimum of 5 years of experience in driving field vehicles.
Ability to provide proof of good driving record.
Having a qualification as an auto-mechanic is an added advantage
Experience in driving through remote parts of the country..
Familiar with the law and procedures in vehicle registration, licenses, and insurance.
Good judgment in traffic and knowledge of traffic patterns
Good communication in English and Kinyarwanda language skills is required.
Computer literacy is required.
KEY BEHAVIORS & ABILITIES:

Flexible, effective teamwork and interpersonal skills
Well-organized, systematic, careful, responsible, trustworthy and punctual
A team player – personable, caring, helpful, reliable and diplomatic
Good personal grooming and personal presentation
Willingness to work long and irregular hours, shift duty and on public holidays as required
Willingness to take regular and extensive travel to Water For People project areas
Commitment to the aims and goals of Water For People
Discreet and respectful of confidentiality
Able to work under little to no supervision.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This role will require traveling to the areas of Water For People’s operations and other parts of the country to execute her/his responsibilities.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

Position will be based in Gisagara district.
May be required to travel to other program sites.
Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Salary Range:

Rwanda’s expected annual gross salary range is RWF 4,123,630 to RWF 6,590,324.

The actual salary will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors.

Benefits:

Benefits are one of the ways we encourage healthy living for you and your family. Our generous package includes medical and life insurance, annual leave allocation equal to one month of salary, and other benefits in accordance with the Rwanda labour law.