Rural-Self-Help Development Association (RSDA) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Driver based in Mafeteng/Thaba-Tseka.
RSDA, is an NGO registered in Lesotho that works to empower rural Basotho communities to develop their self-initiative, self-determination and self-responsibility, engage in sustainable agriculture, natural resource management and other initiatives to graduate out of extreme poverty. This position is required in partnership with Catholic Relief Services (CRS) under the project “Community Engagement for ICM in Lesotho” funded by the GIZ.
Job Summary
• Load and unload organization’s merchandize
• Precisely finish all paper work connected with conveyance of merchandize
• Transport products, materials, and staff securely to areas where they are needed
• Guarantee that products and staff are protected and secured
• Answer clients’ inquiries as brilliantly as could be allowed
• Ensure timely conveyance of staff and materials to and from places as instructed by supervisor or the manager
• Ensure that vehicles are kept perfect and clean at all times by washing both the inside and outside parts of the vehicle
• Carry out routine checks on vehicles and ensure they are sound
• Recognize electrical and mechanical faults and report to the employer or technician
• Report any instance of mishap or accident to the dispatcher or supervisor
• Perform periodic maintenance on vehicles, such as changing batteries and motor oil at appropriate time, as well as refueling the car(s).
• Report any case of accident, injury or damage of vehicles to the supervisor or manager
• Keep all records, including receipts for vehicle maintenance
• Keep up a travel log to record areas travelled to, travel time, and work hours
• Perform some other undertakings like shopping, dropping and running errands
• Pay tolls and other fundamental vehicle demands
• Dress professionally and in accordance with company’s dress code.
Qualifications Required: At least 5 years Code B Driver’s License, 3 years Professional Driver’s License (Defensive) and Public License is an added advantage
Submission of application to be addressed to the Managing Director – RSDA, accompanied by detailed CV, names of 2 referees and certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts and to be hand delivered to RSDA Offices. Rants’ala Road, Stadium Area, Maseru, Opposite Cooperative College.
Deadline for submission of applications is 4th January 2021