Care Project: Driver Purchaser For Waliso Edu at SOS Children's Villages Ethiopia
Position Title: Care Project: Driver Purchaser For Waliso Edu
Employer: SOS Children's Villages Ethiopia
Employment: Full-Time | Contract
Place of Work: Jimma - Ethiopia
Posted date: 15 hours ago
Deadline: September, 25/2025 (6 days left)
About Job
While working with us as a Driver / Purchaser, you will oversee the following:
Transport Service
- Carry out the driving requirements of the Project/program as directed by the Procurement and Logistics Officer.
- Provide transport service to location staff responding to Mobile Outreach activities, Program Location staff, visitors, and other guests as per instructions.
- Ensure that SOS CVE vehicle policy is strictly adhered to in vehicle management.
- Keep assigned vehicle clean and ensure that it is properly handled and kept in good condition.
Maintenance
- If the vehicle is to be repaired, follow up on the repair work and program general check-ups of cars.
- Implement daily, weekly, and monthly vehicle maintenance checks to ensure all vehicles are maintained in a safe working condition.
- Ensure the annual car inspection is fulfilled on time before the Road Transport Authority’s deadline.
- Ensure that the vehicle has enough fuel before embarking on transport service or heading for a field trip.
- Monitor that the fuel consumption remains within the liter/km rate estimate for the vehicle and report any irregularities.
Purchaser Responsibilities
- Assist in the procurement of goods and services, including obtaining price quotations and preparing purchase orders.
- Conduct market research to identify suppliers and best prices for required goods and materials.
- Purchase office supplies, equipment, and project-related materials as per approved budgets and requirements.
- Ensure the timely delivery of purchased items and confirm that they meet the organization’s quality and quantity specifications.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, receipts, and inventories.
Job Requirements
Must Criteria
- Education: Certificate of technical training or at least grade 10 complete.
- Experience: 4 years of experience in mechanics and driving, preferably with an NGO.
- License: Valid license with 3-5 grade license.
- Flexible to work extra hours, evenings, weekends, or holidays as required.
- Good communication skills.
Desired Criteria
- Working at NGOs as well as international organizations is an advantage.
- Good knowledge in logistics and minor vehicle repair.
- English language skills will be a plus.
Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Understanding the organization and commitment to its vision and mission: able to clearly communicate SOS Children’s Villages' vision, mission, and values.
- Communication skill: excellent interpersonal skills and strong communication skills with various levels of co-workers in the organization.
- Time Management Skill: ability to optimize work efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Safety: prioritize the safety of passengers and roads and adhere to safety protocols.
- Record Keeping: proficiency in maintaining accurate records for vehicle logs, purchase orders, and inventory.
- Communication skills: ability to communicate clearly with vendors, suppliers, and staff members.
- Organizational skills: ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and maintain a well-organized work environment.
- Work under pressure: ability to work under pressure and ensure necessary tasks are delivered on time.
- Problem Solving: ability to carry out tasks and provide solutions for encountered challenges.
Core Competency
- Kindness: act with empathy towards everyone you work with.
- Continuous Learning: strive to learn, understand, and grow as a person, admitting your own mistakes.
- Inclusiveness: show respect and care for others in all actions.
- Initiative: speak up when things are not right, do not hesitate to act, and adapt to change when necessary.
- Results Orientation: look for solutions and focus on desired results.
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