Chauffeur

Job Posting Organization:
FHI 360 is a non-profit organization dedicated to human development, committed to sustainably improving living conditions by providing integrated and context-appropriate solutions. Established with a mission to address the interconnected challenges of development, FHI 360 employs experts across various fields including health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, youth, research, technology, communication, and social marketing. This diverse expertise allows the organization to tackle complex issues effectively. FHI 360 operates in multiple countries, leveraging its global presence to implement programs that enhance the quality of life for individuals and communities.

Job Overview:
The Chauffeur is responsible for the safe transportation of staff and authorized individuals between the regional office and various required destinations. This role demands a courteous and professional service, assisting passengers as needed during boarding and alighting from the vehicle, as well as addressing any other travel-related needs. The Chauffeur is also tasked with the general maintenance of the assigned vehicle, ensuring its cleanliness, proper functioning, and conducting necessary preventive maintenance and repairs to guarantee safety and availability. This position is crucial for maintaining the operational efficiency of the organization by ensuring that transportation needs are met reliably and safely.

Duties and Responsibilities:
- Transport staff from the regional office and project goods, consultants, and visitors to designated locations.
- Ensure the safety, cleanliness, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and maintenance of the vehicle.
- Conduct routine maintenance on the vehicle, including oil changes, inspections, brakes, and tire pressure checks.
- Organize major repairs for the vehicle when necessary.
- Ensure that all mandatory vehicle documents are in order and up to date, including insurance, logbooks, and necessary spare parts.
- Plan routes and needs based on the schedule or ad-hoc requests from the office.
- Ensure that passengers adhere to all road safety regulations.
- Respond to special requests by making deliveries, pickups, or errands as instructed.
- May provide protection for clients in areas considered high-risk.
- Execute any other assigned tasks as required.

Required Qualifications:
- Minimum education level of 3rd-grade completion.
- At least 3 years of professional driving experience.
- Valid driver's license categories B and C, and a clean criminal record.
- Experience working with NGOs, particularly on projects funded by the U.S. government.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Good knowledge of partner structures related to the project.
- Dynamic, respectful, courteous, and punctual.
- Ability to anticipate traffic problems in the city and manage stress while driving.
- Good understanding of safety regulations related to driving.

Educational Background:
The position requires a minimum educational attainment equivalent to the completion of the 3rd grade. This foundational education is essential for understanding basic vehicle operation and safety protocols.

Experience:
Candidates must have a minimum of three years of professional driving experience. This experience should ideally include work with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and familiarity with projects funded by the U.S. government, which indicates a level of professionalism and understanding of the operational standards expected in such environments.

Languages:
While the job posting does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in French is likely essential given the location in Burkina Faso. Additional languages may be beneficial but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
The expected hiring salary range for this role is XOF 2,500,000 - 3,000,000 for annual basic salary. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 considers various factors, including relevant years of experience and education, internal equity, market pay, and budget constraints. For internal candidates, salary placement will also adhere to FHI 360’s current promotional increase guidelines. This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job and does not prescribe or restrict the exact tasks that may be assigned. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time. FHI 360 is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation, and harassment in its work environments and programs. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record, and terrorism finance checks.