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JOB POSTING – Driver (2 Positions)

Organization: Right To Play Rwanda

Department/Division: Administration/Logistics

Work Location: Rubavu, and Ruhango -Rwanda

Authorized to work in: Rwanda (Ability to work legally without a work permit or sponsorship in Rwanda)

Target Start Date: February 2025

Contract Duration: 1 Year contract with possibility of renewal based on performance and availability of funding.

Application Closing Date: 31-01-2025

ABOUT US:

Right To Play is a global organisation that protects, educates and empowers children to rise above adversity through the power of play. We help millions of children each year to stay in school and out of work, to prevent life-threatening diseases and to stay safe from exploitation and abuse. We are the leading global development organization that uses play to transform the lives of children and youth impacted by poverty, war, disease and inequality.

Established in 2000, Right To Play reaches children through experiential programming in 15 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and North America. These programs are supported by our headquarters in Toronto, Canada; London, UK and seven national offices across Europe and North America.

With a shared passion for our mission, our Culture Code guides how we act and interact based on five core pillars:

Accept Everyone– Be intentional about inclusionMake Things Happen– Seek opportunities to lead and innovateDisplay Courage– Act with integrityDemonstrate Care– Look after yourself and one anotherBe Playful– Have fun at work

Please visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do, and watch this video to find out about the five pillars of our Culture Code.

ROLE SUMMARY:

The Driver reports directly to the Finance Officer, Logistics Officer or Logistics Assistant where applicable. The main responsibility of the Driver is to provide safe transport services of passengers as required ensuring that safety regulations are adhered to by all his passengers at all times.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Job Responsibility #1: Driving and Vehicle Maintenance (95% of Time):

Provides driving services to staff and other passengers between locations as scheduled by the supervisor.Conducts daily checks of the assigned vehicle for proper levels of fuel, motor oil, tire pressure, brakes and water level.Performs minor maintenance when necessary.Presents car in a clean and tidy manner, washing it when required.Maintains mileage logbook and schedules regular maintenance service with approval from supervisor.Keeps all vehicle documents including vehicle registration, insurance, road tax, parking fees, road licenses and others, updated at all times.Stocks essential vehicle supplies such as first aid kit and necessary spare parts ready at all times.Undertakes errands to and/or from vendors, suppliers and banks as requested by supervisor.Reports incidents and necessary repairs to supervisor and authorities according to existing operating procedure.

Job Responsibility #2: Other tasks as assigned (5% of Time)

WHAT YOU’LL BRING (ESSENTIAL):

EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION:

High school certificate or vocational school diplomaA valid driving license with Class B

EXPERIENCE:

Two (2) years’ experience as a driver (carrying passengers) with a recognized organization.

COMPETENCIES/PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

Ability to follow a pre-set schedule and create a plan to reach the required destination on timeGood interpersonal and organizational skillsAbility to work well with people from varied backgrounds and cultures at all levels in organizationAbility to work as part of a team and is flexible and adaptableAbility to work under pressure.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Understands and performs safe driving techniquesSkilled in minor car repairAble to drive for long periods of timeUnderstands highway code and road rules of the countryGood oral communication skills.

LANGUAGES:

Fluency in local language. Basic reading, writing and speaking in English.

BONUS IF YOU’LL BRING (NOT ESSENTIAL):

First Aid trainingPrevious experience working in an international organizationDriver’s school trainingDefensive Driving skillsAdvanced auto repair skillsAdvanced knowledge of security procedures in the country.

WHO YOU ARE:

You are highly driven, results-oriented, collaborative and well-rounded leader with a passion for working with

children and youth. You are an exceptional communicator with excellent networking skills.

WHAT YOU’LL GET:

The opportunity to collaborate with an innovative global team who are passionate about working with children and youth. You will gain experience working for a globally recognized organization with a healthy culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care and be playful). You will be immersed in an environment where learning and development is encouraged and valued, and “play” is appreciated as a core avenue to building communit…