Driver_TG at TB HIV Care

Purpose of the position:

• The main purpose of this role is to deliver safe, secure, and timely driving services to support the daily operations of the company. This entails transporting the outreach teams, commodities and equipment in mobile units to and from different locations, observing all road safety and traffic laws. Additionally, this position is accountable for the efficient operation and maintenance of the vehicle.

Minimum Requirements    
Education

• High School diploma/Gr 12 (NQF Level 4)

Advantageous:

• Safe Driving Course or Similar
• HIV Counselling and Testing Certificate
• RTCQI Certificate

Work Experience:

• 3 years of driving experience
• 2 years of HIV testing and counselling
• 2 years’ HIV and TB community education
• Previous experience of working within the Key Populations Programme

Job Requirements:

• Valid code A Driver’s license
• Valid Professional Drivers Permit (PDP)
• Understanding of specimen handling and transportation
• Ability to communicate in English and in another local language (Zulu, Setswana, SeSotho, Xhosa, Afrikaans)
• Practical experience with Road Legislation
• SA Citizen or valid work permit to work in South Africa
• Willing to work overtime

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Complies with relevant legislation and the organisation’s policies and procedures regarding vehicle maintenance
• Inspects the vehicle and reports defects to the relevant manager
• Provide safe transport services for all business requirements
• Ensures that during outreach activities the staff and vehicle are secure
• Maintains a daily transportation log and ensures petrol slips are submitted on a weekly basis
• Assist with any other activities at the testing sites as per line management
• Assist with HIV testing and TB screening
• Conducts mapping and site profiling
• Observe road and traffic laws and regulations
• Adhere to safe driving practices, including local driving codes and internally agreed standards
• Ensures the latest emergency numbers are listed in the vehicle
• Maintains client confidentiality

Skills and Competencies    

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organisation.