Driver Admin Assistant

Sightsavers implements projects in over 30 countries in Africa and South Asia working to eliminate avoidable blindness and promote the rights of people with disabilities.

Title: Driver Admin Assistant

Location: Liberia   

Contract: 2-year fixed term contract

Salary: Local Terms and Conditions apply

About the role

We are looking for a Driver and Admin Assistant who will be responsible for transporting office staff, visiting Sightsavers personnel, and consultants as needed. The Driver will also ensure the maintenance and safety of all office vehicles. Additionally, the Driver will perform clerical duties to support the efficient operation of the office.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely within the laws of (Country) at all times and with respect for other road users and pedestrians.
• Pick up Sightsavers staff to and from the airport where this service is not outsourced.
• Check fuel, oil, and water daily and fill up as necessary.
• Keep vehicles in a clean condition inside and outside.
• Undertake routine maintenance of vehicles, including simple repairs.
• Ensure vehicles are regularly serviced and advise the Finance & Administrative Assistant when servicing is required and/or when defects/problems arise.
• Make sure all vehicles have reflectors, fire extinguishers, first aid boxes, etc. First aid boxes for the vehicles must be checked regularly to ensure that items used are promptly replenished.
• Keep a maintenance record of vehicles
• Maintain liaison with officials of immigration and embassies for staff entry visas and renewal of passports and work permits.
• Assist in picking up invoices for procuring logistics.
• Perform other duties as required.

This is a highly varied and involved role and the above is not an exhaustive list of duties or required professional skills. Please see the Job Description for full details.

About you

The Driver and Admin Assistant will be a responsible and experienced driver with a valid driving licence and a proven track record of driving safely within the laws of Liberia. The Driver and Admin Assistant will be reliable, respectful of other road users and pedestrians, and committed to supporting the efficient operation of the office through their driving and clerical duties.

Jobholder Requirements

Essential:

• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a driver’s test.
• Ability to complete and pass an eye test.
• Proven experience in driving safely within the laws of (Country) and with respect for other road users and pedestrians.
• Experience in acting as a driver for staff to carry out official duties.
• Ability to pick up Sightsavers staff to and from the airport where this service is not outsourced.
• Experience in driving vehicles for official errands.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of keeping vehicles equipped with reflectors, fire extinguishers, first aid boxes, etc., and ensuring first aid boxes are regularly checked and replenished.
• Experience in test driving vehicles once a week to ensure they are in good condition.
• Ability to perform other clerical duties as required to support the efficient operation of the office.

Closing date: 15 September 2024

Next Steps

To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. We are particularly interested in learning of your motivations for applying.

As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

Sightsavers is an employer that does not tolerate any form of harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.