Temporary Drivers at PATH

PATH

Position: Temporary Drivers

Job Time: Full-Time

Job Type: Contract

Place of Work: Addis Ababa, Ababa Abeba - Ethiopia

Posted date: 7 months ago

Deadline: Submition date is over

PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing health challenges.

PATH seeks to hire Two Temporary Drivers who will be based at the Addis Ababa office with frequent travel to field offices. He/she will be frequently traveling to the PATH operational area and other towns in Ethiopia for fieldwork.

The Driver will also support the day-to-day work of the country office, zonal and Woreda region by providing transportation and logistical support at the implementation level.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure passenger safety by enforcing seat belt use and adherence to traffic rules.
• Conduct daily maintenance checks on assigned vehicles (oil, water, battery, brakes, tires).
• Use PATH's vehicles exclusively for authorized business.
• Record daily activities in a log sheet, including mileage, fuel consumption, and destinations.
• Take required steps in case of accidents, and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Provide administrative and logistical support as directed.
• Work flexibly, covering all departures, and ensuring safety on planned routes.
• Monitor roads for crime occurrences and ensure basic tool kits and first aid kits are available in the vehicle.
• Maintain assigned vehicles in roadworthy and clean condition, conducting preventive maintenance.
• Check and maintain oil, and lubricant levels, and report major maintenance needs promptly.
• Ensure valid insurance and annual inspection of PATH vehicles, maintaining documentation.
• Keep assigned vehicles clean, orderly, and serviceable; perform minor preventive maintenance.
• Prepare and present monthly reports on activities, fuel consumption, and expenditure.
• Fulfill any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Successful completion of 12th-grade education is a prerequisite.
• Possession of an Auto Mechanics Level 3 certificate is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is a crucial requirement.
• Prior experience in driving for International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs) is preferred.
• Fundamental skills in vehicle repair and maintenance are expected.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience as a driver with a government or international organization, including expertise in driving four-wheel-drive vehicles, is essential.
• Holding a valid Grade 3 driving license is mandatory for consideration.

PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.

PATH is an equal-opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment.

PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, caste, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.