13/11/2015
Profile:
Partners in Health (PIH) is an internationally recognized non-profit
organization whose mission is to provide a
preferential option for the poor in
health care. Through its service delivery, training, advocacy and research, PIH
works globally to bring the benefits of modern medical science to those most in
need and to serve as an antidote to despair. In 2005, PIH began working in
Rwanda at the invitation of the Government of Rwanda and is known locally as
Inshuti mu Buzima (IMB). PIH/IMB began an effort to strengthen the public
health systems in rural Rwanda in three rural districts whose infrastructure
remained decimated following the devastating 1994 genocide. PIH has built or
renovated three hospitals, provided support to nearly 40+ rural health centers,
trained a network of over 4,000 community health workers, and developed
services to address the socioeconomic determinants of disease. Our sites serve
as centers of innovation and education in health care. delivery, tackling implementation
challenges from HIV to cancer, in close partnership with the Ministry of Health
and the Rwanda Biomedical Center
Position: 5 Drivers
Burera
to:
– Primary: Transport Coordinator
– Secondary: Senior Procurement and Logistics Director
Specific Responsibilities:
• Provides safe and courteous transport for staff in a
professional manner and in accordance with their daily duties.
• Provides transport facility to the supported program as
per assigned tasks; and being responsible for ensuring no unofficial use of IMB
vehicles and the program set by the Motor Pool Coordinator.
• Perform pick-ups and delivery duties as per the supported
program work related needs.
• Must be familiar with INGO working environment and related
emergencies
• Ensure that all assigned transport facility duties are
executed as per the planned schedule and in a timely manner.
• Assures that vehicles are operated in accordance with
Partners In Health / Inshuti Mu Buzima transport guidelines and drivers code of
conduct.
• Able to Provide transport facility support in case of
emergency situations.
• Maintain the daily vehicle logs Ensure the efficient use of
the fuel
• When airport access has been granted, acts as an expediter
in assisting travelers to move luggage accordingly.
Vehicle Maintenance
• Performs daily checks of IMB assigned vehicle in accordance
with vehicle check list.
• Reports all vehicle malfunctions or problems to PIH/IMB
head or District Mechanic; to ensure that its maintenance and repair services
are performed on time.
• Ensures that vehicles are always clean; seatbelts and
interior upholstery are in good conditions.
• Ensures that vehicle is fully roadworthy before embarking
on any trip.
Safety and Security
• Respects and adhere to PIH/IMB motor pool
policies; Keeps well-informed of and obeys all traffic laws in
Rwanda
• Immediately communicating any safety and security
incidents to the supervisors
• Safeguards the vehicles, travelers and cargo. Ensures that
vehicles are locked at all times, and safely parked/garaged after hours.
• Ensures that all travelers always wear their
seatbelts. Secures loads on top of the vehicles in a manner that will
prevent damage to the vehicles, and to prevent cargo from falling from roof
while vehicles are moving and stopped.
• Secures loads within vehicles in a manner that will
prevent damage to the vehicles, and prevent cargo from shifting and injuring
the driver and passengers while vehicle is in motion or stationary.
• Ensures that the vehicle safety and security equipment,
spare tire and jack, necessary spare parts and tools are always with the
vehicle when required and are in good condition.
/ SKILLS / ABILITIES / EXPERIENCE NEEDED:
• A2 certificate
• Possession of a valid driving permit category B and D
• Experience of at least 3 to 5 years driving in NGO or
government Institutions.
• Must always be in possession of a valid Rwandese
driving license;
• Has comprehensive knowledge of and adhere to all current
Rwandese laws regarding the operation of motor vehicles and the specific
requirements related to vehicles carrying INGO license plates.
How to apply:
• If you believe that you are the right candidate for the
above positions, please submit your application to the following office
addresses:
• PIH/IMB Office-Kayonza, Kirehe ,Kigali and Burera-Butaro.
• Application deadline is 13/11/2015 at 4pm
