Website The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC)
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) was established in 1969 with the aim to deliver on a mandate to promote the improvement of the health and the quality of life of the population of our country through research, development and technology transfer. The scope of the SAMRC’s research… read more includes basic laboratory investigations, clinical research and public health studies. Research at the SAMRC focuses on the ten highest causes of death in South Africa and includes TB, HIV, chronic diseases, alcohol and drug abuse, and women’s health. Our vision Building a healthy nation through research and innovation Our mission To improve the nation's health and quality of life through promoting and conducting relevant and responsive health research Francie van Zijl Drive Parowvallei, Cape; PO Box 19070 7505 Tygerberg, South Africa
Responsibilities will include:
Transporting of research staff.
Transporting of equipment and supplies for the study.
Supporting general project administrative tasks.
Adhering to standard operating procedures for relevant policies within the SAMRC
Record keeping and report writing
Requirements:
A grade 12 certificate/NQF4 qualification or similar qualification or higher
3 years of driving experience
Good communication skills (bilingual, English and isiZulu)
Code 8 driver’s license
Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP)
Familiar with driving in uMkhanyakude, northern KwaZulu-Natal
Advantageous:
Prior experience in research work in communities
Has experience transporting passengers and goods for an extended period (e.g. transporting staff/stakeholders)
Excellent communication skills and able to work in a team
Administration and organization skills (record keeping and reporting)
Apply via company website ( http://www.mrc.ac.za/ ) or
samrc.mcidirecthire.com