Driver – SOS Childrens Villages Botswana
Job Description
SOS Children’s Villages; www.sos-childrensvillages.org is an international nongovernmental social development organisation that has been active in the field of children’s rights and committed to children’s needs and concerns since 1949. In 133 countries and territories our activities focus on children without parental care and children of families in difficult circumstances. In Botswana SOS Children’s Villages operate on three (3) locations, Tlokweng, Francistown and Serowe.
We work on family based, long term care of children who can no longer grow up with their biological families. We also support disadvantaged families to prevent crisis that can in the worst case scenario lead to children being placed in out of home care. Our family strengthening programmes build families’ and communities’ resources, on their ability to organise themselves and on their responsibility for the well-being of the children.
Programme Driver-Tlokweng
Transports people, children, collects and delivers mail and goods and have basic understanding of hospitality and etiquette.
Main Duties
Transports staff and guests to and from SOS to various destinations in and outside Gaborone, driving a light duty vehicle;
Ensures safety of passengers at all times;
Collects and delivers mail and other goods;
Undertakes routine maintenance of vehicle including checking lights, oil, water, break-fluid and battery level daily, and taking corrective action as necessary;
Drives vehicle adhering to correct standard driving routines to ensure continued serviceability of vehicle and to reduce wear and tear;
Maintains vehicle log-book accurately and submits to Administration Officer on a weekly basis;
Adheres to National Road Safety and courtesy codes to ensure safety of vehicle passengers and/or goods being transported;
Monthly reporting of all Programme fleet
Arranges for car maintenance and repairs as and when necessary after notifying Village Accountant; Undertakes such other related duties as directed by the supervisor.
Preferred Skills and Competencies for the above position
BGSCE or equivalent
Must be in possession of Botswana Driving license class “B” and PRDP
Good communication skills
Quality Results oriented
Customer Focus
Planning and Organizing
Teamwork
Relevant Experience:
3 years of relevant experience in driving
We offer a competitive NGO salary with medical aid and pension fund. In accordance with the organization’s child protection policy, all employment is subject to applicable background checks, including criminal record check. In addition to a meaningful, challenging sphere of work, the chance to develop you both personally and professionally.
Applicants who meet the requirements should strictly forward their application to:
Head Human Resource Manager
SOS Children’s Villages
P O Box 30396 TLOKWENG
Email: [email protected]
Closing Date: March 9th 2024
Due to an anticipated high volume of applications, the organization will only correspondence with shortlisted applicants.
