Job Summary

Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Agency

Position: Driver

Work place: Bahir Dar

Required Number: 2

Application Deadline: 19/03/2021

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Inspect the vehicle daily prior to beginning route.
• Follow a prescribed checklist in reviewing the vehicle’s operational and safety features; records all repair needs/problems on checklist and report findings requiring immediate attention to mechanic.
• Completes check of all fluids and maintains proper level
• Maintain the cleanliness inside and outside of transit vehicle as required
• Maintains accurate daily trip logs and provides necessary data.
• Completes all records daily and follows reporting procedures as required
• Uses sound and email judgment in following dispatch instructions, being able to recognize, create, and follow logical sequences for pickup and drop-off of passengers in an efficient manner.
• Able to operate communication devices and keep regular contact with Dispatcher
• Observes all traffic laws, especially those related to public transportation; ensures that all passengers wear seat belts, mobility aids are properly secured and follow safety regulations.
• Maintain the confidentiality of passenger information
• Ability to drive a variety of passenger vehicles, including but not limited to vans, minivans, conversion vans, hardtop, automobiles, that may be diesel, gasoline.
• Must follow emergency procedures as instructed by Logistic Manager or Dispatcher

Job Requirements

• 10th grade Complete and Valid minimum of 3rd grade driving license
• Must be able to accept and follow detailed instruction
• Must be with at least 3 years driving experience, with a good driving records
• Must be able to perform all duties associated with operating a vehicle
• Economical driving skill and good backgrounds
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, and against strict time constraints
• Work independently with minimal supervision and performs other duties as required and as per assigned by senior logistics manager or dispatcher
• Good skill in driving and safely and properly handling vehicle and goods.
• Ability to communicate in English
• Excellent interpersonal communications, relationship-building, and negotiation skills, especially when developing / maintaining contacts and working with staff within and outside the Agency.
• Willingness and experience in travelling to different parts of the country.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good interpersonal skills, adaptability, flexibility and ability to prioritize tasks
• Excellent knowledge of the geographically assigned environment
• Good command of written and spoken English and Amharic
• Good Computer skills
• Innovative and problem-solving skills and capacity to deliver under pressure.
• Strong people and client relationship skills
• High level of commitment and working with minimal supervision

How to Apply

We invite all candidates meeting the required qualifications to submit (i) a cover letter, (ii) CV (maximum 3 pages), and (iii) a completed ATA Application Form at http://apply.ata.gov.et/ or

Please email (i) cover letter, (ii) CV (maximum 3 pages) to Recruitment@ata.gov.et and include “Application for Driver, Specify the region of interest” in the subject line.

Women are highly encouraged to apply. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.