Job at IntraHealth International, Driver/Logistics Assistant

IntraHealth International is a nongovernmental organization dedicated to improving health care in developing countries through strengthening health workers and the systems that support them. IntraHealth primarily addresses health workforce and systems strengthening; family planning and reproductive health; HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis; maternal, newborn, and child health; and malaria
IntraHealth work with governments, corporations, local organizations, international NGOs, and more to create Sustainable change and improve health around the world.

IntraHealth mission is to improve the performance of health workers and strengthen the systems in which they work. For over 35 years in 100 countries, IntraHealth has partnered with local communities to make sure health workers are present where they're needed most, ready to do the job, connected to the technology they need, and safe to do their very best work.
IntraHealth International Tanzania office is soliciting applications from suitable candidate to fill in the Driver/Logistics Assistant!Position for IntraHealth Tohara Plus Project.
The position will be based in Mwanza.

OVERALL PURPOSE
The driver provides driving support to the project staffs and logistical functions to the CDC funded Tanzania Tohara Plus project The incumbent of this position will work under the overall supervision of the Finance and Administration Officer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Transport project personnel to authorized destinations.
Deliver and collect mails, documents and other items
Maintains cleanliness of vehicles and perform minor repairs when it is necessary.
Maintain records and ensure compliance with vehicle servicing schedules
Assist in maintaining vehicle insurance documents and related records
Provide logistical support with the preparation and implementation of workshops, conferences, and seminars
Provide appropriate logistical support to missions-consultants.
Maintains and records the vehicle movements in the provided/stipulated vehicle log sheet records on a timely basis.
Ensure necessary reviews and approvals of the log book are made on a timely basis.
Report any unauthorized trips and/or use of vehicle including any discrepancies noted on the vehicle log to the supervisor immediately.
Maintains and ensures the vehicle service schedule is adhered to at all times.
Ensure the vehicle is parked at the official premises or other approved premises at all times.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
A form four certificate plus valid class "C" driver's license
Attended formal driving course (s) from recognized institutions
At least five years' driving experience in government, NGO or recognized private company. NGO experience is preferred
Adept in local traffic rules and regulations
Proven skills in vehicle maintenance and minor repairs
Experience in long distance driving
Experience in office support functions like filing, photocopying, binding, faxing, operating a telephone switchboard, etc
Demonstrated excellent personal integrity and confidentiality
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in team based environment

Application Instructions

Applications letter with detailed CV indicating daytime telephone numbers, email, names and contact information’s of 2 referees should be sent by email to: jobspitic@intrahealth.orgwith the name of the position you are applying for in the subject line

Deadline is 7th April 2017

Source Daily News  March 27, 2017