Driver (Temporary)

About WorldFish

“WorldFish is a leading international research organization working to transform aquatic food systems to reduce hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. It collaborates with international, regional, and national partners to co-develop and deliver scientific innovations, evidence for policy, and knowledge to enable equitable and inclusive impact for millions who depend on fish for their livelihoods. As a member of CGIAR, WorldFish contributes to building a food- and nutrition-secure future and restoring natural resources. Headquartered in Penang, Malaysia, with country offices across Africa, Asia, and the Pacific, WorldFish strives to create resilient and inclusive food systems for shared prosperity.

For more information, visit: www.worldfishcenter.org”

About the Position

WorldFish Zambia office is recruiting a Driver to provide efficient and effective services for the operations and programs of the Zambia Office and assist the Administrative Department in carrying out assigned tasks in order to have an efficient delivery in office operations.

The successful candidate has key responsibilities in the following areas:

• Providing driving services to WorldFish projects and general office operations according to official assignments.
• Collecting and delivering mail and carrying out assigned errands.
• Maintain cleanliness of WorldFish vehicles, ensure timely service and repairs.
• Compile logbooks and generate fuel analysis reports.
• General office support as assigned by supervisor and other senior staff.

This job is open to Zambia Nationals with the following skills and qualifications:

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Valid driving license Class C.
• At least 3 years of driving skills and clean record as a professional driver experience preferably with an INGO.
• High level of organization and planning skills.
• Demonstrate experience skills in vehicle maintenance management.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Experience of fleet management.
• Should be able to deal with general administration activities such as photocopying and filling.
• Experience of extensive up-country travel and interaction with local authorities and communities.

Salary & Benefits

This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position and WorldFish offers a competitive remuneration package including comprehensive benefits (but not limited to) insurance coverage for staff and eligible dependents, employer provident fund contribution, paid leave and others. The duration of the contract will initially be for a five months period under a temporary contract with possibility for extension, depending on funding and performance.

How to Apply

Your application must include:

• A copy of your curriculum vitae,
• A cover letter which addresses key requirements stated above; and
• Contact information of three professional referees who may be contacted if you are short-listed for the position.

To be considered, applications must be submitted by no later than 22 July 2024.

Location: The post holder will be based in Lusaka, Zambia. This position will involve international travel.

The screening will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applicants for WorldFish positions, we appreciate all interest, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Our Gender, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

WorldFish has seven offices across Asia, Africa and the Pacific, with more than 400 staff and 27 nationalities who contribute to a dynamic multicultural work environment.

WorldFish is committed to promoting a work environment where diversity and inclusion is valued and we seek to have gender balance in the organization. We aim to also seek balance across other diversity dimensions.

People in WorldFish are treated equally irrespective of gender, ethnicity/race, national or social origin, disability, religion, political affiliation, age, family size, marital status or any other form of personal identity.

We are an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourage qualified women and men from developing nations to apply.