Drivers at Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR)

PRISON FELLOWSHIP RWANDA

MEMBER OF THE PRISON FELLOWSHIP INTERNATIONAL

Headquarters: Kicukiro District, Kigali City,

P.O. Box :2098 Kigali Rwanda, Website:www.pfrwanda.org.

Email: info@pfrwanda.org or info.pfrwanda@gmail.com 

Tel: + 250787473588/ +250788610515

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT.

Position: Driver (3)

Duty Station: Refugee camps

Job type: Full-Time

Duration: Fixed Term with Extension Possibility.

Background

Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR) is a non-profit organization working with the government of Rwanda and both local and international organizations to foster peacebuilding, unity, reconciliation, mental health and psychosocial support, access to justice, crime prevention, human rights promotion, and socio-economic empowerment of vulnerable people in Rwanda in the wake of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi and its aftermath.

Prison Fellowship Rwanda was founded on 01/07/1995, affiliated with Prison Fellowship International in 1997, and officially registered and recognized by Ministerial Order No. 037/17 of 23/10/2002 by the Ministry of Justice as a non-profit organization, with its registration published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Rwanda in 2002.

PFR envisions a society where unity, peace and justice reign and has a mission to contribute to the social transformation of vulnerable communities through peacebuilding, livelihood, justice, psychosocial and spiritual resilience interventions.

Since 2020, Prison Fellowship Rwanda (PFR) in partnership with United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) and the Ministry in Charge of Emergency Management (MINEMA) supports refugees and asylum seekers in Rwanda in the following sectors:

a) Community-Based Protection (CBP) services,

b) Legal Assistance and civil documentation

c) Starting from August 2024, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support/ Community Based Sociotherapy plus protection and inclusion of Persons with Specific Needs in all refugee camps, Urban Settings and Emergency Transit Mechanism (ETM) Gashora.

Currently Prison Fellowship Rwanda is looking for qualified and highly motivated candidates of high moral character and professional integrity to fulfill the position of Driver.

Objectives:

• Provide reliable and safe transportation services.
• Ensure the maintenance and readiness of vehicles.
• Support logistical operations and contribute to the overall efficiency of operations

Key Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Human Resource Specialist, the Driver will undertake the following specific tasks:

Transportation:

• Safely transport staff, refugees, and goods to designated locations as required.
• Ensure adherence to road safety regulations and organizational policies during transport.
• Assist with the loading and unloading of vehicles when necessary.

Vehicle Maintenance:

• Conduct regular vehicle checks to ensure safety and operational efficiency.
• Report any mechanical issues or maintenance needs to the supervisor.
• Keep vehicles clean and in good working condition.

Logistics Support:

• Assist with logistical arrangements and coordination for transportation needs.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle use, fuel consumption, and maintenance.
• Support with other logistical tasks, such as delivery of supplies and equipment.

Compliance and Safety:

• Adhere to all relevant local and international transportation laws and regulations.
• Ensure that all safety protocols are followed, including the use of seat belts and other safety measures.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and any required permits.

Communication:

• Maintain clear communication with the supervisor and relevant staff regarding transportation schedules and any issues.
• Provide timely updates on vehicle status and any incidents.

Administrative Support:

• Complete and submit necessary documentation related to vehicle operations, such as mileage logs and fuel receipts.
• Assist with administrative tasks related to transportation and logistics as needed.
• Ensure availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, first aid kits, and necessary spare parts;
• Ensure that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents or abuse.
• Any other duty as required from the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least senior six Education level.
• Driving license category B,
• Minimum of 5 years of professional driving experience, preferably in humanitarian or refugee settings.

Skills

• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and basic repair.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and under varying conditions.

HOW TO APPLY.

To apply for this position, please send your motivation letter, CV, Degree, ID/passport and other certificates, two recommendation letters from your previous employer plus a church recommendation to: recruitment@pfrwanda.org and mention the title of the position “Driver” in the subject line of the email.

• The application should be addressed to the Executive Director of Prison Fellowship Rwanda and the document should be in one PDF format.
• Apply before 19^thSeptember 2024 at 5:00pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For more information about Prison Fellowship Rwanda, visit: pfrwanda.org 

“Prison Fellowship Rwanda has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of beneficiaries. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is everyone’s