Driver (INT10502)

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

This is a 9 months fixed term opportunity to support with the draught humanitarian response and also to create a database for future needs of Drivers.

The Role:

To drive Oxfam vehicles in a responsible manner ensuring the safety of both the passengers and the vehicles and to perform a variety of associated tasks delivering a superior level of service and support.

What we are looking for:

We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam’s mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.

An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:

Essential
•    A full clean driver’s license (no offenses for 2 years) with excellent knowledge of Zambian road rules and regulations.
•    2 years’ experience of driving in an International Non-Governmental Organization.
•    Knowledge of and experience driving in remote and difficult locations and under unusual driving conditions.
•    Good knowledge of Zambian places, roads and road conditions.  Easily able to navigate from one location to another.
•    Good knowledge of basic vehicle operation and ability to undertake basic maintenance and running repairs if in remote locations, such as oil changes, tyre changes, replacing fan belts etc.
•    A critical focus on providing a superior service level to managers and staff and delivering agreed results within time and budget constraints and to expected standards.
•    Ability to represent Oxfam in a professional, calm and pleasant manner. 
•    Good organizational and personal management skills, with ability respond quickly and accurately to queries and issues.
•    Proven experience as a team worker and demonstrably cooperative with members of other teams.  Willing to put in extra hours to help out colleagues when required, including after hours and at weekends.
•    Commitment to Oxfam’s overall aims and policies and experience of promoting gender equity and diversity and the interests of marginalized people in all aspects of Oxfam’s work. 

Desirable:
•    Current defense driving certificate or other advanced driving qualification.
•    Radio operation experience
•    First aid skills and knowledge.
•    Fluency in spoken local languages.
•    Good professional presentation, interpersonal skills & a team worker.
•    Initiative, ability to prioritize tasks, work independently multi-task, and work under pressure.
•    4-wheel driving experience.
•    Truck driving license.
•    Mechanicals skills, able to troubleshoot vehicle problems.

Key Attributes:
•    Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as the commitment to equal opportunities. 
•    Ability to demonstrate an openness and willingness to learn about the application of gender/gender mainstreaming, women’s rights, and diversity for all aspects of development work. 
•    Commitment to the aims and objectives of Oxfam
•    Commitment to Oxfam’s safeguarding policies to ensure all people who come into contact with Oxfam are as safe as possible. 

We offer:

 We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits. 

From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more. 

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.

 Flexfam:

 We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. 

How to apply:

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.