Job title: Driver

Number of Positions: Four

Type: Full time

Level: N/A

Supervisor: Finance & Operations Manager

Start Date: March 1^st, 2024

Type of Contract: (Fixed Term/Cameroonians only)

Contract Period: One year

Duty Station: Yaoundé, Cameroon

Program (Division), Country Programs - Cameroon

Overview

The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries, while strengthening the capabilities of governments and the private sector in those countries to create and sustain high-quality health systems that can succeed without our assistance. For more information, please visit: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org.

CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to providing an environment of fairness, and mutual respect where all applicants have access to equal employment opportunities. CHAI values diversity and inclusion and recognizes that our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse experience, backgrounds, and culture. Qualified male candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this role

Cameroon Program Overview

CHAI started working in Cameroon in 2007 with a focus on improving access to HIV diagnosis, care, and treatment. We are helping to increase access to pediatric and second line antiretrovirals as well as strengthening HIV laboratory systems to better diagnose the disease. Since then, our partnership with the government of Cameroon has evolved to include cross-cutting health system strengthening efforts, including supporting the roll out of universal health coverage. We are also working to strengthen the health product supply chain, introduce and roll out innovative point-of-care technologies and cold chain equipment to ensure the potency and delivery of lifesaving vaccinations. CHAI has also supported the government in its efforts to save the lives of women and infants through mentoring of healthcare workers, increasing access to long-acting contraceptives, and introducing new and improved vaccines for diseases such as cancer-causing human papilloma virus (HPV), rotavirus, diarrhea, and poliomyelitis.

CHAI is equally supporting the government to improve access to medical oxygen and the national public health laboratory to decentralize COVID-19 testing. In addition, we are collaborating with the ministry of health to improve access to cancer treatment by lowering prices and enabling procurement of key chemotherapy drugs. Furthermore, we are working with the government through its National Malaria Control Program (NMCP), to build sustainable access to timely and high-quality information across relevant levels of the health system and help programs to routinely use data and generated analytics to inform programmatic and strategic planning and operations.

CHAI is also working with the Cameroon Ministry of Public Health, leveraging support from the Design Analyze Communicate (DAC) arm of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, to strengthen the clinical research ecosystem in Cameroon and Africa, and promote informativeness as a foundational value for planning and running clinical trials in the continent.

Overview of Role

CHAI Cameroon is seeking a motivated and experienced individual to work as a Driver to support the different country program teams and the organization in running daily administrative operations. The ideal candidate will be a hard-working professional able to undertake a variety of office support tasks and work diligently under pressure.

Responsibilities

·       Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, local roads/waterways and conditions, and security issues.

·       Provide transportation services for staff members, visitors, and goods as assigned, following designated routes and schedules.

·       Conduct routine checks and inspections of the vehicle, ensuring proper functioning of all systems and reporting any issues promptly.

·       Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (e.g., fire extinguishers, buoyant wearable safety devices, etc.).

·       Maintain accurate records of vehicle mileage and fuel consumption

·       Maintain vehicle logs for Insurance renewal, maintenance, road worthiness etc.

·       Maintain the cleanliness and general upkeep of the assigned vehicle, both internally and externally.

·       Knowledge and ability to use email, telephone, and other applications.

·       Assist with other duties as assigned by the supervisor or management.

Requirements

·       Valid driver's license category B with a clean driving record.

·       At least 3 years proven experience as a professional driver, preferably in a similar organization.

·       Good knowledge of local traffic rules and regulations.

·       Familiarity with the city of Yaoundé and its surrounding regions.

·       Strong organizational and time management skills to adhere to schedules.

·       Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

·       Ability to work independently and demonstrate a high level of responsibility.

·       Physical fitness and ability to lift and carry heavy objects as required.

·       Flexibility to work during evenings, weekends, and occasional overtime as needed.

·       First School Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification is preferred

How to Apply

Interested candidates should please submit their CV, cover letter, and a copy of National Identity Card or Passport to chaicameroonhr@clintonhealthaccess.org by January 15^th, 2024. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.

Your email should be titled “Driver 2024”

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for the recruitment process. Female candidates and persons from minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply