Organization: Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture (CNFA)

Country: Zimbabwe

About CNFA and Amalima Loko

CNFA is a US-based non-profit nongovernmental organization (NGO) that works to stimulate economic growth and improve rural livelihoods in the developing world through five core capabilities: (1) Productivity, Food Security and Nutrition; (2) Input Supply and Farm Services; (3) Economic Resilience and Rapid Recovery; (4) Value Chain Development; and (5) Volunteer Technical Assistance. Amalima Loko is a new USAID-funded 5-year program implemented by CNFA and 5 partner organizations which applies community-driven approaches to improve food security, nutrition, and natural resource management in over 80 communal wards in Matabeland North.

Position Summary

The Driver Mechanic will be responsible for maintaining and driving the organizations vehicles to authorized destinations. Ensure cleanliness of assigned vehicles, record and maintain mileage logs and movement documents as per organizations policies, oversee safety and security for vehicles assigned at all locations during travel. This position reports to the Fleet Officer.

Location - Bulawayo, Lupane, or Hwange with travel in Amalima Loko operational areas in Matebeleland North

Responsibilities

Comply with the Zimbabwe Highway Code and organizations policies on driving at all times.

Ensure all vehicle maintenance services are carried out in accordance with set service schedules and checklist duly signed and completed.

Undertake all repair work assigned to meet set standards in readiness for travel and continuously monitor condition of each vehicle assigned to and promptly report to Fleet Officer & Operation/Safety & Security Manager in case of any damages, accidents and incidents.

Plan ahead to meet anticipated travel requirements including: fuelling, pre-travel checks, travel documents, vehicle expenses and any other documents, and liaise with persons traveling for parking instructions and timings.

Demonstrate the ability to quickly shift from one task to another to meet multiple program deadlines

Ensure copies of daily mileage logs, pen and clipboard are readily available in all vehicles assigned to, promptly collect used sheets to avoid loss or defacing. Submit these to Fleet Officer.

Routinely check all assigned vehicles licenses, insurances and promptly advice the Fleet Officer when renewals are due.

Carry out duties of staff transport as assigned. Ensure high quality, courteous, efficient services and safe driving for all occupants.

Report immediately on route changes due to security, bad weather, road conditions or otherwise to the Fleet Officer and Operations/Safety & Security Manager as the situations arises.

Assist to identify training needs in view of self-improvement in performance appraisals and give feedback on trainings attended. Set goals and give feedback on training on courses attended, which are of benefit to other personnel.

Take delivery of sub-contracted works carried out on organizations vehicles, inspecting and certifying conformity with requirements and expectations and advising the Fleet Officer

Have a vehicle inventory register and being accountable for all spares, accessories etc fitted in assigned vehicles during repairs at the workshop or field.

Fill vehicle performance reports at the end of each long trip and strictly follow up that repairs needed are carried out.

Complete other duties as necessary and assigned by the Fleet Officer & Operations/Safety & Security Manager

Assist with clerical and filing duties

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Keep all sensitive information pertaining to CNFA confidential

Qualifications

Secondary education

At least 5 years of NGO experience as driver, with experience in Matabeleland North preferred

Diploma in Administration/Transport/Logistics is an added advantage

A recognized motor vehicle mechanic qualification strongly preferred

Class 4 and preferably class 2 driver's license (unendorsed)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirement

Defensive driving

Willingness to travel under difficult circumstances

Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair

Demonstrated ability to work in a team

Good oral and written communication skills (English).

Knowledge and skills in vehicle maintenance and repairs is an added advantage

Reliable & ethical

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Good organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to multitask and manage pressure

Ability to maintain confidentiality and treat people fairly and equitably

Languages

Fluency in spoken and written English is essential. Ability to speak and understand IsiNdebele strongly preferred. Proficiency in other languages spoken in Matabeleland North a plus.