Urgent Recruitment @ Action Against Hunger – Driver
Job Description
(National Position)
ABOUT US
International Non-governmental organization, Action Against Hunger has been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe for almost 40 years and across nearly 50 countries. Action Against Hunger established its presence in both Liberia and Sierra Leone in 1990 during the Civil War and since then has been operational in the two countries by implementing various humanitarian and development programs related to health, nutrition, food security/livelihoods and advocacy geared towards the reduction of the prevalence rates of under-nutrition in both countries. Since January 2018, the two countries have been clustered and operating under a single management structure until December 2021. In 2022, the two missions approach on a transitional process and will continue up to 2023. Until this time, the both missions will share human resources with priorities focus. The coordination office for Sierra Leone Mission is located in Freetown, overseeing the operations in Moyamba Field Office and the Liberia Country Office is located in Monrovia overseeing the operations in Nimba Field Office. We are a small team that aims to grow fast.
Action Against Hunger is recruiting a suitably qualified Sierra Leonean national for the position of Driver to transport people and equipment safely, and to ensure the maintenance of the vehicle under his/her responsibility.
KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Transport people and equipment under good security conditions:
Some of the key tasks will be:
- He/ she will transport ACF employees, respect the country’s circulation rules and follow the logistician’s planning and instructions;
- In case of an accident, he/she can immediately get in touch with the closest police station and duly inform the logistics department;
- He/she should follow the instructions of the manufacturer and the ACF rules when using the vehicle;
- He/She should keep all personal documents as well as those of the vehicle with you and check that they are valid.
- He/She should contact other organizations and road users to know road conditions before plying the route.
- He/She should make sure items on board are safe and properly packed in the Vehicle before leaving.
Ensure maintenance of the vehicle
Some of the key tasks will be:
- He/ she should Solve minor technical problems
- He/ She should inform the logistics department of any major repairs to be carried out.
- He/ She must Carry out daily checks before starting up the motor;
- He/She must Keep the vehicle clean
- He/She should note down fuel consumption in the record book in the morning and at the end of the day as well as any information concerning the maintenance of the vehicle;
- Always inform the logistics department when the service time is coming nearer
Prepare departures to the field:
Some the key tasks will be:
- He/ she should inspect and prepare the vehicle the day before departure so as to be on time
- Always prepare additional equipment to be brought along according to needs (fuel, stickers, flags, tools, medical kit, spare tyres)
- Communicate with the logistics capital and tell him your location as you go to your intended location, either by Radio or Mobile phone.
Gender Action
- Contributes to the development of necessary gender methods and tools, such as overall guidelines and guidelines for specific processes.
- Always demonstrate experience and/or personal commitment to promoting gender equality within the Action Against Hunger work environment.
- Promotes gender equality and inclusion of marginalized groups;
QUALIFICATIONS
- Diploma/School leaving Certificate
- Minimum Four to Five years driving experiences
- Experience in systems review and policy strengthening
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Mechanical Skills
- Ability to Negotiate
- Sense of Rigour
- Good communication with others
WORK CONDITIONS
STARTING DATE: As soon as Possible
DURATION OF CONTRACT: One (1) Year Sierra Leonean contract (Renewable)
LOCATION: Freetown, with frequent travels to Moyamba and other Action Against Hunger areas of intervention
REMUNERATION:
Monthly Basic Salary: SLL1,717,200 to SLL 1,906,300 based on profile
Monthly Transport Allowance: 15% of Monthly Basic Salary
Housing Allowance: 15% of Monthly Basic Salary
Medical Insurance for staff, spouse and 3 children under 18 years
HOW TO APPLY:
Send us your motivation Letter, CV saved in your name – for example (Joe Blue CV) for your CV, and (Joe Blue Motivation Letter) for your motivation letter, with names of three (3) professional referees by EMAIL, under the Subject “Driver” to:
Deadline for the receipt of applications is Friday, 6th May 2022.
Due to the urgency of this position, applications may be sorted on a rolling basis.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for a written test and oral interview.
Action Against Hunger is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all competent persons, irrespective of gender, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply and become part of the organization. Action Against Hunger has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of Action Against Hunger, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.
Action Against Hunger is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified Women and Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply
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