Mobile Clinic Driver

CTG overview:

• CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.
• CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.
• Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.
• Visit www.ctg.org to find out more

Overview of position:

• The incumbent will be responsible for driving IOM owned Toyota Hilux pick up carrying a trailer designed ad hoc to be used as a mobile clinic (with refrigerators for medicines, AC unit, bed for patients & so on).
• Every day the trailer will be moved by the incumbent to the designated location & operate there until it is time to go back.
• No person will be inside the trailer while on movement.
• During the day the car can be used for referral of patients to hospital & other clinics while the clinic continue the operation on ground.

Role objectives:

• Timely & safely moving the mobile clinic to the operation sites & support the health technical team in day to day operation.

Expected output:

• Drive the IOM vehicle carrying the IOM mobile clinic & transport authorized personnel.
• Ensure that the vehicle is used exclusively for official / authorized business, as advised by the supervisor.
• Responsible for the day to day maintenance of the assigned vehicle & ensure its roadworthiness.
• This includes daily check of tires, brakes, engine oil, fan belt, etc.
• Keep records of spare parts for the vehicle & conduct monthly spare part inventory.
• Ensure that the vehicle undertakes regular service intervals & maintains cleanliness of the in & outside part of the vehicle.
• Arrange for minor repairs & ensure that the vehicle is kept clean at all times.
• Ensure that the vehicle has full tank & is technically ready prior departure for field trips.
• Identify the most effective & efficient route to reach the requested destination.
• Implement measures to reduce potential security threats to IOM officials or property within the immediate vicinity of the vehicle & along transport routes.
• Ensure that appropriate actions in line with local rules & regulations pertaining to driving are taken in case an accident occurs.
• Maintain a vehicle logbook & verified by staff using the vehicle.
• Ensure that the daily log sheet & monthly report is prepared summarizing statistics on mileage, fuel consumption, etc.
• Undertake other office assignments & small errands when instructed.
• Adhere to IOM code of conduct as well as the local code of transit rules & regulations for road travel.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentially & discreteness in discussions & travels, which involves IOM & its officials.
• Perform other duties as may be required.

Project reporting:

• This role works under supervision of the Health Program Manager & is expected to:
• Complete the car logbook indicating all movements done, all refuelling & all maintenance & repairs.

Key competencies:

• Holding a valid & official Mozambican truck driving license.
• Good communication, interpersonal & organizational skills.
• Demonstrated gender awareness & gender sensitivity.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures & professional backgrounds.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility & drive for results.
• At least 3 years of experience in driving light vehicles.
• Experience in driving light vehicles on dirty roads.
• Must have prior driving experience in Cabo Delgado province.
• Must be fluent in Portuguese & knowledge of English & / or any local language (working).

Team management:

• This role has no team management responsibiity.

Further information:

• To be advised.