Logistics Assistant/Driver at AIDS Healthcare Foundation

Reports to: Operations Manager

Job Summary

• The Driver/Logistics Assistant is responsible for managing the day to day operations of the means of transport like buses, vans, trucks and the drivers of the organization.
• S(h)e sees to It that staff members are safe, and makes sure that they dent face any transportation-related problems. They will need to ensure compliance with the organization’s and the national legal guidelines for operations of automobiles, maintenance, and care of company vehicles.
• S(he) should be familiar with the Organization’s goods and supplies needs, and support the movement of these goods and products within the Organization’s supported sites.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for dispatching the proper loading of program vehicles;
• Must adhere to security and operational procedures
• Ensures that vehicle log books are properly filled by drivers every month and submitted to flnance for
• Performs duties of the transport department and any other related duties whenever required;
• Provides mentorship for all drivers to ensure their driving skills are upto standard;
• Gives timely reports on the working condition of company vehicles and equipment;
• Responsible for filing reports for any delay, incident or accident;
• Keeps communication open with drivers, day program staff, staff members etc regarding transportation means;
• Coordinates the maintenance and repair of vehicles on a timely manner
• Must oversee and schedule the day to day activities of transportation employees (drivers);
• Will be required to serve as a driver

Qualifications

• Basic technical knowledge of automobiles, as S(h)e has to write reports on the working condition of the company transport means;
• Good organizational skills in order to coordinate and see that all the employees are getting their transport on time.

Education and Experience:

• A minimum of an advanced level Certificate of Education, ND or NCE
• Possession of a valid Driving License including class D vehicles
• Possession of certificate in logistics and fleet management an added advantage;
• Over five years of driving experience in a reputable organization.