Driver – Farm Africa
Logistics, Transport and Supply Chain
Farm Africa
JOB TITLE: Driver
REPORTS TO: Admin assistance Officer
REPORTING TO POSTHOLDER: None
LOCATION: Nagelle Borana (Restoring livelihoods and building resilience project)
DURATION & HOURS: up to 31 December 2025 with 60 working days probationary period and possibility of extension
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PURPOSE OF THE ROLE |
The purpose of the role is to drive vehicles for a project working in rural and semi urban areas. Reporting to the Project Admin assistance Officer or Project Coordinator, the Driver is to assist the field office in operational areas to fulfil its mission by providing safe driving support and general administration and logistical work. The driver is responsible to provide secure and timely driving services to transport passengers and/or goods. Assist with meeting room re-arrangement for various meetings/events and perform occasional handyman jobs inside the Office.
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KEY TASKS AND RESPONISBILITES |
Key areas of responsibilities are:
- Provides transport for all project activities.
- Ensures the security of passengers and the vehicle in all conditions.
- Maintains the smooth running condition of the assigned vehicle. In case of mechanical problems immediately notifies the immediate supervisor.
- Maintains an accurate, up-to-date logbook: record mileage, fuel receipts, servicing, repairs, accidents, other incidents, etc. according to the drivers package which includes daily maintenance and this includes the daily check and subsequent maintenance of oil level, fuel level, battery level, brake and clutch fluid level and tyres.
- Always work according to the rules for drivers – maintain the cleanliness of the assigned vehicle, correctly load and unload goods to be transported and safeguard the vehicle in every possible way.
- Assists in annual vehicle inspection.
- Perform preventive and regular maintenance on vehicle
- Keep vehicle clean and do the necessary technical check-ups every day
- Maintain a valid driver’s license, ready at all times for inspection.
- Ensures that all non-Farm Africa passengers are not in the vehicle unless authorized.
- Reports any accident to traffic police and office immediately.
- Parks the vehicle at safe place while on mission.
- Make sure third-party insurance coverage is maintained.
- Ensures all lights, indicating lights, side view mirrors, seat belts are functional.
·Carry out other duties assigned by supervisor
These essential functions are not to be interpreted as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required. All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION |
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Essential |
Desirable |
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Education, qualifications & other knowledge |
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10/12th Grade complete or above with appropriate technical skill training |
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3rd Grade Driving license
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Experience |
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A minimum of 4 years’ experience of which 2 years in similar organisations (INGO) |
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Knowledge of diesel, 4WD and regular engine of different models, the normal process of inspection and maintenance & service, etc. |
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Skills & abilities |
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Ability to organize and prioritize workload independently, using initiative when appropriate; |
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Ability to work methodically, with above average attention to detail; |
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Fluency in Oromic |
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Skilled in vehicle daily checks |
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Knowledge of the rules of the road |
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Knowledge of health and safety familiarisation course. |
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Pleasant and polite attitude at all times; ability to reflect the professional standards of FARM-Africa; |
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Interest in and commitment to FARM-Africa’s activities, enthusiasm to represent FARM to others. |
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Show good manners with staff and guests |
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Dynamic and highly motivated; |
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Excellent communicator at all levels; |
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Able to work with minimal supervision |
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Our VALUES |
Investing in smallholder farming is the number one way to combat poverty in rural Africa. Farm Africa is a leading NGO specialising in growing agriculture, protecting the environment and developing businesses in rural Africa.
EXPERT. Deep expertise and insightful evidence-based solutions are at the heart of everything Farm Africa does.
GROUNDED. Positive change starts with Africa’s people, so our experts work closely with local communities, engaging them in every level of decision-making.
IMPACTFUL. We take a long-term view so we can deliver lasting changes for farmers and their families.
BOLD. We model innovative new approaches and are not afraid to challenge strategies that are failing.
GBP 301 (Three Hundred One Pound Sterling)
