Job Vacancy: National Fleet Manager |
Job Title: National Fleet Manager |
Welthungerhilfe Welthungerhilfe was founded in 1962 is a non-profit making, non denominational, and politically independent, the organization. Organization profile Welthungerhilfe has been in Liberia since 2003 with a focus on Agriculture/ Inclusive Food Systems and Nutrition Security, Infrastructure, Health System Strengthening and WASH. |
Duration Up to December 2021 with a possibility of extension depending on performance |
Location: Based in Monrovia with regular field visits to project sites in the Southeast |
1. Ensure that all vehicles and generators are in a technical working condition and clean at all times. 2. Ensure the safe and technical sound use of all WHH vehicles and major equipment. 3. Ensure that a proper planning and administration of maintenance and repairs for all vehicles and machines based on job cards. 4. Ensure WHH vehicle procedures are consistently adhered to including completion of Objective of the Position: vehicle logbooks, etc. Ensure proper procurement and use of tools and equipment for garages and field offices in all country office locations. 5. In coordination with the Head of Projects, prepare vehicle maintenance plans; ensure vehicles and generators are serviced regularly. |
Responsible to: Head of Logistics (Administrative & Technical) |
Responsible for: Drivers, Mechanics, Logistic Assistant |
The National Fleet manager will take the lead on all facets Welthungerhilfe’ s fleet management including: 1. Maintain Welthungerhilfe’s compliance with vehicle policies and procedures. 2. Ensure drivers adherence to applicable traffic laws and regulations. Duties and Responsibilities: 3. Schedule routine maintenance and track vehicle usage. 4. Analyse and report to the Head of Logistics on the effective use of vehicles 5. Implement and enforce vehicle policy. |
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Logistics/Fleet Management, or similar discipline Education |
1. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar position with a reputable INGO, UN agency or the private sector 2. Proven experience in managing people. Professional Experience 3. Clean driver’s license for car and truck (held for at least 5 years) 4. Proven experience in vehicle/transport management, managing at least 50 vehicles |
Language Skills Excellent spoken and written English |
1. Excellent understanding of fleet management concepts. 2. Excellent understanding of standard fleet safety procedures 3. Excellent driving experience (4×4, difficult roads, etc.) and vehicle rescue techniques. 4. Knowledge of basic management concepts (e.g. budgets, capacity building/training, planning, etc.) 5. Ability to communicate in effectively in written and spoken English. Personal Skills 6. Computer literacy (MS Office, Excel, Outlook, Skype/Teams, etc.) 7. Capable of writing reports and manage (Excel) databases. 8. Ability to train others. 9. Ability to troubleshoot vehicles and Motorbikes. |
Welthungerhilfe is an equal opportunities employer, therefore qualified females are encouraged to apply for this position. Please send softcopies of a motivation letter, CV, copies of academic papers and details of 3 professional referees/former line manager. Application Process Click the apply button below. A detailed JD can be obtained from the Welthungerhilfe’s office |
Application Closing Date June 11, 2021 |
Starting Date ASAP |