World Learning - QITABI-2: Driver & Logistics Assistant

Driver and Logistics Assistant
Quality Instruction towards Access and Basic Education Improvement” QITABI -2 Program

Background
USAID’s “Quality Instruction towards Access and Basic Education Improvement” (QITABI -2) is a five-year program seeking to improve learning outcomes for all students in public primary schools in Lebanon. Its activity targets an estimated 200,000 girls and boys, including those who are registered in second shifts of public schools.
World Learning has an immediate vacancy for its Beirut-based “Driver and Logistics Assistant” for the USAID-funded Quality Instruction towards Access and Basic Education Improvement (QITABI -2) in Lebanon. This position is for a Lebanese national.
To apply: Please send your resume to [email protected] with the post title on the subject line along with a cover letter (in English) explaining why you are best qualified for this position. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and qualified candidates should apply as soon as possible.

Scope and Responsibilities
• Assist the Senior Security and Logistics Coordinator in the logistics and day to day activities.
• Support in collecting and reviewing driver/vehicle logs on a daily basis to make sure they are up to date.
• Ensure that vehicles are operating in peak condition through regular inspection of project vehicles and regular maintenance, in coordination with direct supervisor.
• Assist in preparing the routing and scheduling of all field travel.
• Support staff on field visits, collect and deliver mail, documents, and other tasks as needed.
• Assist in the preparation of the monthly report summarizing statistics linked to mileage, fuel consumption etc.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets, mileage, vehicle maintenance, fuel bills, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records that are requested by management.

• Drive Office vehicle(s) for the transport of authorized personnel
• Arrange for minor repairs and ensure that the vehicle is kept clean.
• Keep records of spare parts for the vehicle and conduct monthly inventory of spare parts.
• Make sure that the vehicle always has a full tank before departure for field trips.
• Ensure that the vehicle undergoes regular service intervals.
• Make sure that all legal papers related to the car (Insurance, Mecanique) are up to date and paid on time.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and discreteness in discussions which involve office members.
• Ensure that the steps required by the local rules and regulations (pertaining to driving) are taken in case of accident.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements
• Public Driving License
• Knowledge of driving rules & regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair
• At least 2-3 years of work experience as a driver with safe driving record
• Excellent communication skills
• Take proper measurements to reduce potential security threats along transport routes.
• Maintain decent appearance daily.
• Respect the values and principles of the people to drive.
• First Aid training and certification preferred
• Fluency in English, both verbal and written as well as fluency in Arabic is required. Knowledge of French preferred
• Computer skills in MS office – especially PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook

World Learning is an equal employment opportunity committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.