Self Help AfricaVacancy AnnouncementPosition: Project Driver/General Service Officer- Department: Finance and Administration- Location: Oda Bultum, Bedessa, West Hararghe Zone, Oromia- Reports to: Project Manager- Contract Type: Two years fixed term contract, renewable based on performance reviewJob Purpose: • The position holder is responsible for planning, organising, directing, evaluating, controlling and proposing alternatives to facilitate decision making on general, transport, mechanical, and driving services. Along provision of driving services; the position holder handles tasks and activities of utilities and travels.Key Responsibilities:• Plan and control the proper utilisation of vehicles and accessories of the vehicles of the organisation;• Ensure the proper purchase and proper uses of tyre, battery, tools, etc, for all vehicles at project office;• Plans or assures that project vehicles are maintained in good order: lights, brakes, signalling equipment, battery, radiator, oil levels, tyres pressure, oil changes and general maintenance are carried out timely• Reports accident immediately to immediate supervisor or higher as the situation permits;• Ensures that each car is equipped with appropriate accessories including fire extinguisher; • Organise the annual technical inspections of organisation’s vehicle;• Ensure the maintenance of the daily vehicle log through recording in all trip times, mileage and destinations;• Arrange the purchases fuel and maintains fuel coupons of project vehicles;• Submit with appropriate summary and calculations about the consumed fuel coupons to Project Accountant monthly;• Manage deliveries and pick-ups as required; • Fix tag numbers on furniture, fittings and other equipment;• Maintain and repairs rented or organisation’s buildings, furniture and equipment;• In consultation with the Project Accountant, register, label and code fixed assets of the organisation, as per the prevailing policy and procedures of the organisations;• Suggests the disposal of fixed assets including vehicle with sound justifications;• Advise regular payments of utilities timely;• Ensures delivery of mails and documents as assigned;• Ensures or collects parcel at customs/or the Post Office.Key Relationships:Internal• Project Manager (Line manager)• Procurement & Logistics Officer at Country Office• County Management Team,• Finance and Administration Team.External• Local Government Authorities,• Other International and Local NGOs.How to apply:• Please submit: A completed application form together with CV/resume and a covering letter before March 17, 2020, explaining why you want the position and why you think you are particularly suited to the role. Applications should be in a Word document or in pdf. Make it clear which position you are applying for by writing the Position in the subject line of your e-mail as follows [CDO+ Your name].The application should be submitted by email to the following email addresses: edlawit.tegegn@selfhelpafrica.net • Closing date for applications is 17 March 2020.• Women applicants are highly encouraged; Self Help Africa is an Equal Opportunities Employer• The detailed job descriptions for the different posts are provided in SHA website: www.selfhelpafrica.org

Diploma

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
• Diploma in Management, Auto Mechanics, or Accounting
• At least 7 years relevant experience in driving or motor pool management or general services in NGO/INGO environment
• Ability in writing and spoken communication;
• Ability to sort, handle with care sensitive matters
• Computer skills
• Valid at least 3rd grade driving license
• Quality performance; viable solutions, transparency, helpful, integrity

5-10 years