Driver

SHORT TERM EMPLOYMENT OFFER

POSITION: DRIVER

REPORTS TO: PROVINCIAL COORDINATOR NORTHWESTERN PROVINCE

LOCATION: NORTHWESTERN PROVINCE

DURATION: 6 MONTHS

ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND:

The Civil Society for Poverty Reduction is Zambia’s largest anti-poverty network, established in 2000 to primarily to enhance the participation of local citizens in the development of the poverty reduction strategy papers (PRSPs). Over the years, the network has expanded its scope and continues to build the voices of the poor in the fight against poverty. Its objective is to ensure that it effectively and meaningfully participates in the design, formulation, and implementation and monitoring of Zambia’s national development plans (NDPs). CSPR envisions a Zambia where its entire people enjoy all basic needs. The organization’s mission is to actively contribute to poverty reduction and pro-poor development in Zambia. The organization embraces values of integrity, mutual respect, reliability, respect for human rights and is non-partisan.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Drivers role is designed to support CSPR’s administrative unit in personnel management and system administration at the provincial level, as to support the Safety and transport members of staffs, goods, or equipment, maintain vehicle cleanliness and perform basic maintenance checks.

CSPR seeks to recruit a dynamic and suitably qualified individual to fill this position on a short-term basis of 3 -6 months.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

This role is part of the administrative unit of CSPR and works to support the delivery of goods and services of the organization.

The role reports to the Finance and Administrative Manager who is the Overall

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.    Safely transport members of staff, goods, or equipment.

2.    Maintain vehicle cleanliness and perform basic maintenance checks.

3.    Adhere to traffic laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

4.    Manage logistics, routes, and schedules.

5.    Ensure timely arrival and departure

6.    Use of Logbooks and Mileage

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in driving for 5years or more.
• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Ability to handle emergency situations.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Highly organized individual
• Good interpersonal skills
• Effective communicator
• Identifies with the values of CSPR
• Our motivation for you:

An opportunity to work with one of Zambia’s largest CSO network on poverty in Zambia
Competitive remuneration
A professional work environment with opportunities for growth
CSPR is an equal opportunity employer and greatly encourages all those that meet the criteria to apply

How to apply

If you have what it takes to fill this role in a highly professional environment with CSPR, send your application addressed to the Executive Director   with a cover letter and  an updated CV  with credible references   to [email protected] and copy [email protected] . All applicants are requested to clearly indicate in the subject matter: “Application for role of Human Resources officer- Short term employment- CSPR “

Application Deadline:  CSPR will receive applications for this role up to 20th May, 2025, 17:00hrs CAT. All applicants submitted other than through the official CSPR email will not be considered, No hard copy applications will be accepted.

You can access more information about us through our website www.csprzambia.org