SNV Netherlands Development Organisation

SNV is a not-for-profit international development organisation that makes a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty by helping them raise incomes and access basic services. We aim for premium quality and focus on only three sectors: agriculture, energy and water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). With a long-term, local presence in over 25 countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America, we know how governments work and how relationships are built. Implementing our mission exclusively through project financing requires us to work efficiently and invest in operational excellence every day. Our team of more than 1,300 staff is the backbone of SNV.

The Rural WASH Project

SNV Zambia is implementing a water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) project, in rural areas of 4 provinces and targeting multiple stakeholders, including Water and Sanitation Utilities, Local Authorities, private actors and Civil Society organisations. It seeks to professionalize and promote accountability for WASH services in Zambia, paying particular attention to the needs of women and girls, and other vulnerable groups

Vehicle Operations and Safety

• Have end responsibility for use of car, clean and fuel vehicle, check inventory (e.g. first aid kit, second tire etc.) and status of the vehicle, identify any damage and report these to supervisor, arrange and keep track of periodical service schedule and insurance.

Driving

• Drive passengers or deliver errands within the identified areas, following the traffic regulations, safety instructions and situations and based on the travel arrangements of the passengers and/or delivery requirements.

Technical Maintenance

• Regularly check and maintain the main maintenance areas (e.g. oil, tire pressure etc.), identify technical malfunctions, check potential repair alternatives, conduct repairs to the vehicles and/or send for repair, in consultation with the supervisor in case of complex and/or costly repair.

Administration

• Keep logbook of all driving activities, fuel and any incidents and accidents. Ensure insurances and taxes of vehicles are up to date.

Additional activities

• Execute activities to support others based on request, like assist in logistic activities, or support in maintenance of building.

Planning and Coordination

• Plan transport, coordinate with Logistics Officer, contact suppliers and garages for maintenance and services, ensure valid insurances for fleet and check and document valid driver license of all persons driving SNV Vehicles.

• Minimum 5 (five) years of relevant professional experience, preferably in an International NGO.
• Knowledge of the WASH sector is valued but not required.
• Demonstrated organizational and administrative capacity, and ability to prioritize and deliver in contexts of competing priorities.
• Pragmatic, results driven, structured work style skills.
• Ability to communicate with a different range of stakeholders and partners, including government counterparts, international partners and donors
• Ability to organized documentation.
• Good computer skills (Ms. Word, Ms. Excel, Ms. Power Point, Internet and Outlook).
• Class C driving license and at least 5 years driving experience.

Duty station: Kasama, with regular travelling to other project locations within the province.

Contract duration: 5-month contract for the duration of the project    

Prospective candidates to submit their application by 12 June 2023.