Driver

The Global Health Informatics Institute (GHII) is a non-profit organisation working at the intersection of science, engineering and global health to address problems of global health importance through development of local solutions and capacity (https://www.ghii.org). GHII is inviting applications from suitably qualified, motivated, hardworking and enthusiastic individuals to fill the Driver position on 1-year renewable contracts. This position will support activities under the Neotree project-a digital learning health system that empowers nurses and doctors to deliver high-quality neonatal care via real-time data capture, clinical decision support, training and education, and data visualization within a single platform.

Job Purpose

Responsible for transporting Neotree personnel, equipment and supplies during the set-up and ongoing implementation across Kasungu District. Ensuring that the project vehicle is well maintained, clean and in good condition.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe driving of the project staff, equipment and supplies to and from specified locations where the team is implementing project activities in a timely manner.
• Drive carefully at all times to ensure the safety of passengers, other road users and the assigned vehicle.
• Ensure that both you and passengers use seat belts at all times while driving.
• Follow all applicable vehicle use and traffic laws including speed and passenger limit regulations.
• Ensure adequate fueling of the vehicle at all times.
• Ensuring adherence to passenger limits, both seated and standing.
• Keeping the company vehicle clean and properly maintained by performing regular washing, cleaning and vehicle maintenance.
• Keep accurate records of all trips in the vehicle log books and submit a month-end summary of vehicle usage to the supervisor.
• Develop and follow approved maintenance schedule for project vehicle(s).
• Regularly checking vehicle safety such as tyres, brakes, turn signals, mechanical equipment, etc.
• Monitoring and reporting fuel consumption, mileage, and passenger numbers.
• Report any accidents, faults, incidents or injuries involving the vehicle or its passengers to the supervisor immediately.
• Report any fault to the supervisor as soon as possible.
• Assisting in loading and unloading project items and assisting in technical work in the field.
• Return vehicles to designated secured compounds at the end of the day. This includes ensuring that the project vehicle is returned before it is dark unless permitted by the supervisor.
• Ensure that the project vehicle is properly registered and has all the necessary equipment and tools.
• All other duties that are customarily performed by other persons in similar positions.

Qualifications, skills and experience

• Minimum of a Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE)
• Clean and valid driving license (Class C) with a minimum of 3 years driving experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently.
• Defensive driving skills

Interested candidates should submit their applications and these should include a cover letter, updated CV with three traceable professional referees and scanned copies of relevant degrees, certificates and/or driving license to:

THE HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

GLOBAL HEALTH INFORMATICS INSTITUTE (GHII)

Post Office Box X111, Crossroads

Area 3/719 Off Beit Road,

Lilongwe, Malawi

Or email to: apply@ghii.org

The deadline for receiving applications is Sunday, 8th December, 2024.

GHII is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals regardless of gender, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, age, or any other protected characteristic. We embrace diversity and believe that inclusivity in the workplace is essential to our success and we are committed to creating a work environment where all employees are valued and respected.