Chemonics International Hiring for Driver and Logistics Assistant at Amman, Jordan Full Time

BACKGROUND 

The Jordan Economic Reform Activity Task Order 1 (ERA TO1) is a 5-year, $54 million program funded by USAID, which aims to support the Government of Jordan (GOJ) to prioritize and implement economic reforms. Through coordination with the GOJ, the Jordanian and international private sector, other donors, and Jordanian civil society, ERA TO 1 will (1) advance economic reforms, (2) strengthen the business enabling environment, (3) increase exports and local, regional, and international investments, and (4) respond to emerging priorities.   

PRINCIPAL POSITION OBJECTIVES, BASIC FUNCTIONS/CRITICAL TASK   

The Driver and Logistics Assistant will operate and maintain project vehicles, in addition to performing ad hoc tasks to support project logistics and operations. The Driver and Logistics Assistant reports to the Senior Fleet and Logistics Assistant and shall be responsible for coordinating his/her assignments and supervising his/her work.   

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   

• Drive project vehicles daily as assigned and/or pre-approved by supervisor, including routing shuttle service runs, scheduled field trips, project-related transportation within Amman and other cities, maintaining vehicle Log-sheets in accordance with policies and regulations and other driving assignments as required.  
• Clean assigned vehicles daily both inside and out.   

• Check assigned vehicles weekly to ensure that they are operational and safe to drive, including oil, radiator, fan belt, brake fluids, wipers, tires, lights, and signals.   
• Initiate and supervise routine periodic maintenance and repairs of assigned project vehicles, including oil and filter changes, tune-ups, and professional cleaning by high-pressure hose based on the manufacturer’s instructions on optimum maintenance requirements.  
• Fulfill project reporting requirements and maintain records on vehicle mileage and routing, vehicle condition, etc.   
• Be capable of managing the delivery of project correspondence to official entities and utilities services and following up on it. 

• Ensure passenger safety by obeying traffic laws and driving carefully.   
• Expedite any project request necessary to facilitate the running of the office.  
• Move office furniture as needed.   
• Assist in the loading and unloading of program supplies as needed.   
• Act as support in project-held functions.  

• Any other duties, as assigned.   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS    

• High School certificate required.    

• A valid driver’s license required.   
• A good driving record and understanding of auto mechanics required.   
• Minimum three years of experience. Working in a donor funded project is preferred.   
• Good physical health required.    
• Availability for overtime work and field travel is necessary.    

• Proficient English is strongly preferred.   

LOCATION OF ASSIGNMENT   

 The Driver will be based in the project’s office in Amman, Jordan.