Driver MACEPA

Job Description

PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing heath challenges.

The Malaria Control and Elimination Partnership in Africa (MACEPA), a program at PATH, is a leader in the fight to end malaria illnesses and deaths. MACEPA refines and develops tools and approaches, invests in national programs, and builds the data that empower national governments to pursue elimination. MACEPA is partnering with countries that have achieved major reductions in malaria illness to develop evidence-based approaches to eliminating the disease. The approach involves optimizing coverage of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment interventions, and advanced surveillance methods to track and treat remaining cases.

Driver to be based in Lusaka, Lusaka Province of Zambia to support our operations. The driver will be responsible for meeting the transportation needs of the office, an important responsibility, being entrusted with the lives of staff and sometimes visitors.

Responsibilities:

Transporting project staff, project counterparts, consultants and other visitors to project sites, workshops/meetings, and various events in and around Southern Province.
Ensuring the safety of passengers by courteously reminding them of safety practices while in the vehicle.
Performing or scheduling maintenance services and ensuring that project vehicles are clean and in proper working order.
Following up with vehicle maintenance regulations and licenses and making recommendations to the Administration Officer for necessary actions.
Reporting suspected vehicle malfunctions or issues.
Ensuring that vehicles have adequate petrol at all times, using office account.
Maintaining the vehicle/driver’s log book.
Updating all vehicle documents and checking vehicle insurance.
Running project office errands, such as document delivery, mailing, banking, customs clearance, bill payments, shopping for office supplies etc., as requested.
Assisting with maintenance of project office space, including re-arrangement of furniture and minor repairs of office equipment.

Required Skills and Experience:

Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Driver and successful completion of a driving course, with a valid Zambia driver’s license
Self-motivated, courteous, and humble individual
Proven ability to work under pressure and availability to work outside of normal business hours, as required.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with team members, and proven ability to work in a team.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English desired.
Basic knowledge/familiarity with automobile maintenance
NGO experience desirable but not a mandatory.
Must currently have legal authorization to work in Zambia.

PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.

PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment.

PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, caste, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.