Hire of Driver Consultant- Zambia

Ipas is a nonprofit organization that works with local, national, regional, and global partners to improve sexual and reproductive health and rights, with a focus on ensuring that high-quality safe abortion and contraceptive information and services are available, accessible, and acceptable to women and girls. Ipas Africa Southern Region (Ipas ASR) recognizes that addressing unintended pregnancy among women and girls requires holistic approaches that strengthen empowerment, support informed decision-making on sexual and reproductive health, engage men and boys, and expand opportunities for women and girls. Limited access to comprehensive sexuality education and affordable, appropriate contraception and safe abortion services remain a key contributor to sexual and reproductive health risks. Key Responsibilities • Provide safe and reliable driving services to Ipas staff, short-term and long-term consultants and authorized visitors in support of office and program activities. • Inform the supervisor and security focal point before starting any trip, sharing the route, passengers and expected arrival time, and maintain contact during field travel. • Perform daily vehicle checks and report maintenance needs promptly. Ensure the necessary toolbox, safety items and first-aid box are available in the vehicle. • Drive carefully and safely at all times in line with Zambian road traffic laws, recognized defensive driving standards and Ipas policies, to ensure that passengers, other road users and the vehicle in their care are safe. • Keep the vehicle clean inside and out and properly maintained through regular washing, cleaning and servicing. Ensure that car seats are clean and comfortable for all passengers and the vehicle is always fueled and ready for use. • Ensure all passengers wear seat belts. Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs, use a mobile phone while driving, or carry unauthorized passengers or goods. • Ensure that all vehicle records and reports including movement logbooks are duly prepared and properly approved on time and submitted on a monthly basis; records of mileage, fuel and maintenance costs made available to supervisor on or before scheduled dates. • Maintain a professional appearance by ensuring good personal hygiene, wearing clean and ironed clothes at all times. • Ensure that adequate knowledge of the destination and route is gathered before departure for duty travel. Always ensure the vehicle is in a roadworthy state, with valid road tax, fitness and insurance documents. • Ensure that approval for repairs is always obtained before taking the vehicle to the garage. • Ensure adherence to Ipas’s transport policy on vehicle usage. Ensure that the vehicle is always parked in authorized and secure areas to avoid towing, theft or damage. • In the event of an accident, follow the procedures required by Zambian law and Ipas policy, notify the supervisor and security focal point immediately, and render assistance where necessary. • Pick up and deliver messages, documents, packages, and other items between Ipas offices or partner organizations or directly to other business concerns like banks, vendors etc. • Be available outside standard working hours in case of emergency and during field missions. Position Requirements: • Commitment to Ipas values and willingness to support sexual and reproductive health and rights work, including abortion and contraception access. • Good command of English (speaking, reading and writing) and working knowledge of at least one local language (e.g. Bemba, Nyanja or Tonga). Education: • A full Grade 12 Secondary School Certificate Experience and Preferred Skills: • Must have a Valid Driver’s License • A minimum of 3 years of proven professional driving experience in a similar position, with a clean safety record. • Previous experience working with an NGO or international organization is preferred. • Good knowledge of local geography, the Highway Code and traffic regulations, and basic computer or administrative skills • Must have skills and knowledge in vehicle maintenance; ability to do simple general maintenance as required on the vehicle. • Must be willing to travel in the rural areas as required. • Experience driving 4-wheel drive vehicles (above 2,000 cc) on rural and unpaved roads is highly desirable • Certification in defensive driving and basic first aid is an added advantage. • Ability to utilize maps and GPS systems during driving. • Physically fit and able to work long hours, including on extended field trips. • Willingness to be flexible and to carry out other duties as assigned Working Environment: • Ability to travel up to 50% domestically, including overnight stays in districts