Driver at ARCT-RUHUKA (Rwandese Association of Trauma Counsellors)

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR RECRUITMENT OF DRIVER

Background Information

The Rwandan Organization of Trauma Counselors ARCT – Ruhuka is a National Nonprofit making Organization, officially registered under the Ministerial Decree No.97/11 on 28 July, 2004 and by the Rwanda Governance Board (RGB). 

Our mission: is to lead the development and application of innovative psychosocial approaches to mental health services and strengthen professional capacity in understanding, treating and preventing mental health problems for sustainable development. 

Our Vision: ARCT-Ruhuka envisages a Rwanda where all people have access to integrated mental health services.

ARCT-RUHUKA operates country-wide and intervenes in the field of Mental health and psychosocial support that contributes directly to building peace at individual, family and community levels.

In partnership with kindernothilfe (KNH), ARCT-Ruhuka wish to recruit a Driver to work under Safe Space for Children (SS4C) project” that contributes to Child rights and protections, operating in GICUMBI district.

Job Title:  Driver

Reports to: Project Coordinator and Approved by DAF

District of project operation: Gicumbi District.

Location: GICUMBI District

Position Overview:

The Driver for ARCT RUHUKA, will be under the Direct supervision of the KNH Project Coordinator, s/he will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operations & field logistics for the project vehicle by providing reliable and courteous service to ARCT RUHUKA and Project staff.

S/he will be responsible for ensuring that all required permits and insurance are kept current by alerting the appropriate staff members in time for renewals; and adhering to ARCT RUHUKA policy and procedures and child rights protection measures when using organization project vehicles. 

Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintain and update Logbooks records (repairs and services, fuel consumption, and movement/ mileage records).
• Daily, track and record vehicle mileage and fuel consumption. 
• Prepare and submit vehicle-monitoring reports, including records of vehicle operations, fuel, and mileage at the end of each month.
• Comply with ARCT RUHUKA procedures regarding vehicle use.
• Ensure that vehicles have valid insurance well displayed always.
• Ensure the vehicle has all necessary tools and documents before leaving for any duties.
• Conduct inspections of vehicles before departing for duties, and ensure the vehicle is kept clean, tidy, closed, and secured after working hours.
• Ensure that all the necessary tools and documents are kept in vehicles. These include a valid driving license, First Aid kit, insurances, reserve tires, control technique papers, taxes, jack, jack handle, wheel spanner, and fire extinguishers.
• Ensure vehicle insurance and registration is updated according to schedule.
• Ensure the vehicle is serviced at the right mileage reading as provided in the manual, and report any major repairs required on office vehicles
• Observe the road and Country traffic laws and regulations.
• Ensure punctuality and safe transportation of staff, visitors, and partners, within the Country, as per the ARCT-Ruhuka requirements for Drivers
• Support in the logistics of events on the field by counter-verifying and returning the required administrative materials.
• Pick and deliver office correspondences.
• Support in other duties as shall be directed by the supervisor in line with the organization's objectives.

Minimum Requirements

1. Secondary education with an O-level certificate plus three (3) years relevant experience in a structured organization setting; NGO experience is an added value
2. Genuine valid Vehicle Driving Permit (category B) delivered in Rwanda.
3. Criminal Record Certificate.
4. Having basic experience in Motor, and vehicle repair and maintenance.
5. Having a motorcycle driving permit is an added value.
6. Effective communication skills both in English and Kinyarwanda.
7. Ability to follow directions and independently complete assigned tasks (written or verbal).
8. Ability to work a varied schedule to include early mornings, weekends and some evenings when necessary.

HOW TO APPLY

 Applications for the position above should be submitted to the following Email arct.recruitment@gmail.com with the following documents NOT later than 07^th July /2024 at 5:00 pm:

• Application letter addressed to the Chairperson of ARCT-Ruhuka
• Signed CV with most recent previous experiences and at least 3 referees
• Copies of related Certificates if any
• Copy of ID
• Copy of Valid Driving Permit

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ARCT-Ruhuka is committed to safeguarding. All staff is required to sign and adhere to safeguarding, child protection and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA). Background checks, including criminal record checks, will be required at a later stage.

ARCT Ruhuka is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without any discrimination.

Done at Kigali 28/06/2024

Ancilla MUKARUBUGA

Chairperson - ARCT-Ruhuka