šøš± Job Vacancy @ Medicos Del Mundo – Driver
DESCRIPTIONĀ
Medicos del Mundo (Doctors of the World ā Spain) has been working in Sierra Leone sinceĀ 2002, implementing projects focused on strengthening community and health systems toĀ improve Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) and toĀ reduce Gender Based Violence. Our main partners include the Ministry of Health andĀ Sanitation, the Ministry of Gender and Childrenās Affairs. Currently, our projects areĀ implemented in Koinadugu and Falaba Districts.
JOB SUMMARYĀ
Under the guidance and supervision of the Country Coordinator/Logistician, the DriverĀ provides reliable and safe driving services to MDM Office In Freetown and ensuring highestĀ standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocolĀ and security issues. The Driver also demonstrates a client-oriented approach, courtesy, tactĀ and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
LOCATION:Ā
The successful candidate will be based in Freetown with trips to Koinadugu District forĀ activities.
FUNCTIONSĀ
ā¢Ā As employee of MDM, you are responsible for the driving and maintenanceĀ of the MDM vehicles.
ā¢Ā Driving MDM cars respecting traffic and MDM rules.
ā¢Ā While on duty, the driver is responsible of the appropriate use of the vehiclesĀ as well as all the equipment, objects and other things contained in it.Ā ā¢Ā Maintain a working collaboration with the team: expatriate and localĀ personnel.
ā¢Ā As employee of MDM shall behave in a polite manner at all times while atĀ work and respect MDM staff regulations.
ā¢Ā To maintain proper functioning of the vehicles. To check the following items:Ā ā¢Ā Level of engine oil
- Level of water in the cooling circuit
- Level of brake fluid in brake and clutch circuits
- Correct fastening of the battery
- Condition of the radiator
- Condition of the tires (pressure and quality)
- Traces of oil-leakage under the car
ā¢Ā To inform to the Logistician without delay of any missing or non-functioningĀ items.
ā¢Ā To drive safely and carefully, observing the speed limits and traffic rules.
ā¢Ā To fasten safely and clearly request passengers to do the same. ItĀ is nor, however, the driverās responsibility to insist on theĀ fastening of seatbelts.
ā¢Ā To secure and guard the vehicle and cargo while on duty.
ā¢Ā To keep the inside and outside of the vehicle clean.
ā¢Ā To notify the Logistician immediately regarding any damage to the vehicle.
ā¢Ā To notify the Logistician or Driver-logisticians at least one week in advance ofĀ any repair
or regular maintenance required for the vehicle.
ā¢Ā To make the supervision for the repairs and maintenance of the cars.
ā¢Ā To update the logbook for the refueling and maintenance.
ā¢Ā To make sure that the fuel capacity is always enough for the scheduledĀ activities and make sure the tank is full each Friday night.
ā¢Ā Regular check the material on board (spare tires, jack, belts, ropes, first aidĀ kitā¦) and make sure that is working properly.
ā¢Ā Daily: check the warning lights, star the car and let the engine heat up duringĀ 5 to 10 minutes, make sure the temperature rises up.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Ā
Updated Driving license and the candidate must able to read and write.
DESIRABLE:Ā
Good knowledge in mechanics
EXPERIENCE:Ā
At least 2 years of working experience in similar positions.
AVAILABILITYĀ
As soon as possible
SALARY AND CONDITIONSĀ
National Contract
Medicos del Mundoās Salary Scale.
Please sent your CV to:
coord.koinadugu@medicosdelmundo
and
admin.koinadugu@medicosdelmundo
or bring it at Medicos del Mundo office at 43aĀ Lumley Road, Freetown,Ā before Tuesday 24th January, 5pm




