Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Agency Vacancy AnnouncementPosition: Driver - Duty Station (s): Hawassa- Required Number: 2- Salary & Benefits: Competitive- Application Deadline: 1/1/2020ESSENTIAL DUTIES:• Inspect the vehicle daily prior to beginning route.• Follow a prescribed checklist in reviewing the vehicle’s operational and safety features; records all repair needs/problems on checklist and report findings requiring immediate attention to mechanic.Completes check of all fluids and maintains proper level• Maintain the cleanliness inside and outside of transit vehicle as required• Maintains accurate daily trip logs and provides necessary data.• Completes all records daily and follows reporting procedures as required• Uses sound and email judgment in following dispatch instructions, being able to recognize, create, and follow logical sequences for pickup and drop-off of passengers in an efficient manner.• Able to operate communication devices and keep regular contact with Dispatcher• Observes all traffic laws, especially those related to public transportation; ensures that all passengers wear seat belts, mobility aids are properly secured and follow safety regulations.• Maintain the confidentiality of passenger information• Ability to drive a variety of passenger vehicles, including but not limited to vans, minivans, conversion vans, hardtop, automobiles, that may be diesel, gasoline.• Must follow emergency procedures as instructed by Logistic Manager or Dispatcher

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Valid minimum of 3rd grade driving license
• Must be able to accept and follow detailed instruction
• Must be with at least 3 years driving experience, with a good driving record
• Must be able to perform all duties associated with operating a vehicle
• Economical driving skill and good backgrounds
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, and against strict time constraints
• Work independently with minimal supervision and performs other duties as required and as per assigned by Transport assistant and Mechanic specialist
• Good skill in driving and safely and properly handling vehicle and goods.
• Ability to communicate in English
• Excellent interpersonal communications, relationship-building, and negotiation skills, especially when developing / maintaining contacts and working with staff within and outside the Agency.
• Willingness and experience in travelling to different parts of the country.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Good interpersonal skills, adaptability, flexibility and ability to prioritize tasks
• Excellent knowledge of the geographically assigned environment
• Good command of written and spoken English, Amharic and other local languages
• Good Computer skills
• Innovative and problem-solving skills and capacity to deliver under pressure.
• Strong people and client relationship skills
• High level of commitment and working with minimal supervision

3-5 years

• We invite all candidates meeting the required qualifications to submit (i) a cover letter and (ii) CV (maximum 3 pages) to https://apply.ata.gov.et• It is mandatory to mention the position title in the subject line of your application email• Please DO NOT submit scans of educational and experience certificates with your application.• Women are highly encouraged to apply.• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.