Posted 6 months ago
Driver/ Field Assistant
AI Summary
A Driver/Field Assistant will convey staff and partners to locations, drive and maintain official vehicles as instructed, and support field supervisors with field activities and data collection.
About this role
The Driver/ Field Assistant will convey staff and partners to different locations within and outside the station for official activities, drive and maintain official vehicles efficiently as instructed by supervisor.
Closing Date:- 23 March 2026
DUTIES
- Carry out driving duties as instructed by the Supervisor.
- Assist Field supervisors with field activities including field plot establishment and data collection.
- Drive vehicle within and outside duty station to transport personnel, materials and supplies including out of hours, weekends and or public holidays as required.
- Record all vehicle logbooks which includes mileage, maintenance history and fuel consumption.
- Report potential mechanical faults on vehicles as soon as they are discovered.
- Perform routine vehicle maintenance checks and ensure that all vehicles are fueled when due.
- Provide support to Technical Officers during field assignments.
- Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Requirements
QUALIFICATION:
National Diploma in any related course with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience or O’ Level with a minimum of six (6) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment. Possession of valid Driver's license is required.
COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must:
- Have excellent communication skills in English and Creole (writing, reading, and speaking).
- Be able to speak English and Creole fluently, with knowledge of driving across Sierra Leone.
- Have good knowledge of defensive driving with excellent awareness of driving rules and regulations.
- Have the ability to work under pressure.
- Possess a valid driving license and national identification number/card.
- Demonstrate initiative, high moral standards, integrity, a positive attitude, and strong team spirit.
Benefits
REMUNERATION:
We offer highly competitive salaries with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
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