Driver

Driver World Learning has an immediate vacancy for a Beirut-based “Driver” for the USAID-funded Quality Instruction Towards Access and Basic Education Improvement (QITABI) in Lebanon. This position is for a Lebanese national. To apply: Please send your resume to recruitment@qitabi.org  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. Background:  The USAID-funded Quality Instruction towards Access and Basic Education Improvement (QITABI) project, aims to expand equitable access and improve learning outcomes for vulnerable students in Lebanese public schools. The project will have an immediate focus on alleviating the strains to the system that are resulting from the continuing inflow of Syrian refugee children into Lebanese public schools. In collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education in Lebanon (MEHE), QITABI will improve facilities, services, and teaching as well as effectively engage communities and school councils to improve learning and increase the chances of youth remaining in the education system. The project has three components: Component 1: Improving reading outcomes for primary level public school students   Component 2: Expanding access to safe and relevant education for vulnerable public school students Component 3: Strengthening management system to better direct and monitor education   Primary Responsibilities: Drive Office vehicle(s) for the transport of authorized personnel. Collect and deliver mail, documents, and other items as assigned. Manage the day- to– day maintenance of the assigned vehicle to ensure road worthiness. This includes daily check of tires, brakes, engine oil, fan belt etc. 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. Ensure that vehicle(s) is used only for official/authorized business, as advised by the supervisor. Find the most direct routing over the best available roads to the destination. Make sure that the daily log sheet for the vehicle is prepared and a monthly report is prepared summarizing statistics linked to mileage, fuel consumption etc. 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. 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. Make sure to have an instruction sheet provided by WL when welcoming visitors at the airport. 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. Has the ability to administer First Aid support. Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.   Qualification and Personal skills:  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 Ability to establish priorities and to plan work assignments and work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines. Technical knowledge for maintaining automobiles is mandatory. Proven interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Good Communication skills in Arabic is required; knowledge in spoken and written English is desirable.