Job vacancy Notice

The Serving Humanity for Empowerment and Development (SHED Liberia) announces that it has a vacancy for the position with the following description:

SHED is a Liberian organization established as a national office following FCA’s ten (10) years of work in Liberia. We are a right-based organization working on human rights, peacebuilding, education, WATSAN. and livelihoods programs in Liberia. Our head office is located at Rehab Junction, Above Krishna Super store, Paynesville, Liberia. SHED’s action is guided by international human rights standards and principles. As a right-based actor, SHED facilitates dialogues and peace-building between the right-holders and duty-bearers to address the root causes of conflict.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Driver will be responsible for the safe transport of SHED team as well as of materials needed for programme activities. The driver will be responsible for the careful handling of assigned vehicles, ensuring regular checks are carried out and vehicles are in perfect running condition. He/she will adhere to all road and vehicle safety procedures, including cleaning of the vehicles. The driver must have extensive experience with 4W-driving on dirt roads and under difficult field conditions, where most trips will be done.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate SHED vehicles in a safe and courteous manner and strictly obeys traffic laws at all times;
• Transport staff, volunteers, and official visitors to authorized destinations, ensuring that all passengers wear seatbelts;
• Observe good safety and security practices with passengers; i.e. ensure that all passengers delivered at night are indoors before departing;
• Maintain accurate mileage logs for each trip taken;
• Do safety checks and maintain vehicles in safe and clean operating condition, including washing of vehicles;
• Fuel vehicles, check oil, transmission fluid and coolant levels, and check air pressure in tires;
• Perform periodic maintenance on vehicles, such as changing batteries and motor oil at appropriate time, as well as refueling the car(s);
• Report all vehicle safety problems and accidents promptly with incident report
• Perform other duties assigned.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE/ CREDENTIALS:

• High school diploma or higher qualification if possible
• Possess a valid Liberian driver’s license and adhere to driving laws;
• A recent eye test certificate (not older than 1 year);
• Appreciable level in both spoken and written English;
• Ability to drive under difficult situations, especially during the rainy season including the use of 4W-driving;
• Demonstrate accuracy in filling out paperwork;
• Ability to meet and interact with public and employees with tact, courtesy and discretion;
• Willingness to work in emergency situations and during odd hours, weekends and holidays when required;
• Knowledge of general vehicle maintenance and ability to plan vehicle maintenance for such conditions;

Application:Submit your application to email: joyce.pajibo@shed-liberia.org