Driver

• Drive Kaizen-assigned office vehicle(s) safely as and when instructed by Kaizen-authorized personnel.
• Chauffeur CSA staff and guests to appointed destinations within given timeframes, as directed.
• Maintain vehicle logs and complete pre-trip inspections.
• Ensure prompt reporting to the supervisor of any damage or repair needed to the assigned vehicle.
• Maintain accident reports and inform the supervisor in case of any incidents.
• Ensure that allocated vehicle(s) has/have valid insurance policy coverage, first aid kits, road-worthy licenses, and any further appropriate licenses or permits required.
• Inform the Security Advisor one month before the expiration of any insurance coverage, license, or permit.
• Responsible for the general cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the vehicle: body, chassis, engine, etc.
• Ensure the safety of passengers through safe driving practices, including but not limited to:
  • Using a seat belt and reminding passengers to use seat belts o Driving within speed limits and in accordance with traffic regulations.
  • Driving defensively and courteously.
• Ensure loading and off-loading of items in and out of an assigned vehicle.
• Adhere to and respect Pakistan’s traffic rules and regulations as well as Kaizen vehicle and policies and procedures.
• Ensure the assigned vehicle always carries essential tools and materials (e.g., spare tire, jack, belts, ropes, different types of spanners, jacks etc.)
• Assist/supervise mechanics during service and maintenance of the assigned vehicle and ensure that service records are monitored and updated.
• Check the vehicle(s) daily to ensure that the vehicle is maintained and in good condition.
• Perform minor and routine maintenance on assigned vehicles and identify and report maintenance problems to the Security Advisor, as required.
• Ensure that vehicle tires are serviced and maintained at the pressures recommended in the vehicle manual for the appropriate road speed and vehicle loading.
• Participate in professional training and development activities, as needed or requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Required:
  • Valid Pakistani driver’s license
  • 10 years driving experience of cars and 4x4 vehicles, including a minimum of 5 years experience with USAID, UN agencies, International NGOs, or Foreign Missions working in Pakistan.
  • Pakistani National
  • Matriculation or above
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent knowledge of roads and routes of Islamabad, Punjab, Balochistan and KP.
  • Well-versed with highway codes and road safety.
  • Ability to work flexible hours and weekends.
  • Technical Knowledge of vehicle including,
    • Vehicle Maintenance and mechanics
    • Vehicle inspection and troubleshooting
    • Vehicle safety features and protocols

• Preferred
  • Familiarity with USAID regulations and compliance
  • Defensive driving training certificate from any reliable authority such as UNDSS
  • Armored Vehicle driving certificate.
  • First Aid and travel safety training certificates
  • Basic English Language Skills (written & spoken.)

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