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Drive vehicle within and outside duty station to transport personnel and supplies.
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Overview
Drive vehicle within and outside duty station to transport personnel and supplies.
You have:
- O’level with minimum of seven (7) years’ experience or National Diploma in any related course with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment.
- Valid Driver’s license is essential.
- Be fluent in Hausa and possess practical knowledge of driving across Northern Nigeria.
- Show initiative, uphold high moral standards and integrity, maintain a positive attitude, and a strong sense of teamwork.
The International Potato Center (CIP), on behalf of WorldFish, is seeking one (1) Driver to support activities and the Office in Maputo.
WorldFish has established a hosting agreement with CIP for a project in Mozambique, leveraging CIP’s legal and operational framework to facilitate administrative services.
This position will support the need for mobility of the technical staff based at the Maputo and Inhambane office and the driver will be programmed by the technical department.
The selected candidate will be based in Maputo, Mozambique, and will report to the Project Manager and administrative Assistant.
Key responsibilities:
- Assist driving in Maputo, Gaza and Inhambane districts where WorldFish is operating.
- Drive vehicles on errands for project activities and assist in the execution of project activities.
- Ensure the work areas are always clean and maintain records for each trip details in the vehicle logbooks.
- Ensure the vehicle maintenance by giving regular/day-to-day maintenance checks.
- Provide day-to-day vehicle reports, monthly summary oil consumption and report to the supervisor any noted defects on time.
Requirements
- Grade12 and experience in driving vehicles
- At least 2 years of experience required in similar positions with a safe driving record.
- Knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
- Skills in minor vehicle maintenance and repairs.
- Effective verbal communication for interacting with stakeholders.
- Fluent in Portuguese and local language.
- Basic Level in English.
Benefits
- A supportive and dynamic working environment.
- A competitive salary and benefits package based on experience.
- An inclusive and diverse workplace.
- Fixed-term contract for one year.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with vehicle maintenance and how you ensure safety during operations? | This question assesses your knowledge and practical experience with vehicle upkeep, which is crucial for the role. | Provide specific examples of your maintenance practices and experiences with vehicle safety. |
| How do you handle emergency driving situations or mechanical failures on the road? | We want to gauge your problem-solving skills and ability to remain calm under pressure. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize your tasks when given multiple driving assignments? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you discuss a time when you had to adapt to challenging driving conditions? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to communicate effectively with your team while on the road? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure compliance with road safety laws and regulations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you consider as key skills for a driver in this role? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you describe an experience where you demonstrated teamwork during field assignments? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Added 1 year ago
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Updated 8 months ago
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