Job Description
\n\t\t\t\tCeSHHAR Zimbabwe is an organisation that specialises in population health research and programming, including on sexual and reproductive health and HIV\/AIDS. CeSHHAR has an extensive national, regional, and international academic and community partnership network. CeSHHAR has a diverse range of funders which include the Wellcome Trust, Gates Foundation, United States NIH, UK Medical Research Council, European Commission, Templeton World Charity Foundation, and Global Fund for AIDS TB and Malaria. We partner very closely with the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (UK), Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Health and Child Care, National AIDS Council, International and regional centres of research excellence to evaluate national programmes and determine the impact, uptake, and cost effectiveness of novel reproductive health interventions.<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\tDuties and Responsibilities
\n\t\t\t\tJOB ROLEUnder the direct supervision of the Site Manager, the driver mobiliser is responsible for generating demand for program services through effective community mobilization and collaboration with the program\u2019s community cadres deployed in various communities and hotspots. The Driver Mobiliser also engages in data entry using standardized data entry tools within the high risk populations program. Additionally, the Driver Mobiliser will ensure safe, secure, and efficient transportation support to CeSHHAR Zimbabwe adhering to the organization\u2019s transport policies and comply with the road traffic regulations of Zimbabwe. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: Demand Generation\u2022\tGenerate demand for services through sensitization sessions and community mobilization activities targeting high risk populations. \u2022\tAssist in setting up mobile outreach sites with necessary materials, identify and secure suitable outreach locations. \u2022\tConduct health talks\/discussions on relevant topics at all program entry points. \u2022\tStrengthen collaborations with key government stakeholders through regular feedback meetings and submission of reports. \u2022\tEngage and liaise with community leadership e.g. Chiefs, Headman, school heads, and community other community gatekeepers for opportunities to reach high risk populations with HIV\/SRHR messages and services. \u2022\tDistributes demand generation IEC materials in hotspots. \u2022\tCollaborate with site teams to respond and align program needs to the demand generation needs of targeted high-risk populations \u2022\tParticipate in the planning and implementation of outreach activities including partaking in hotspot mapping exercise where necessary. \u2022\tEngage with community members during outreach, distribution and recording of Self-Test kits and IEC materials to high-risk populations.\u2022\tRegularly distributing condoms, Lubricants and carrying out condom demonstration \u2022\tParticipate in site level preparation of itineraries and report writing <\/p>\n
Transportation of Staff and goods: \u2022\tEnsure safe and timely transportation of outreach teams, staff or consultants to designated and approved locations including field travels on a regular basis \u2022\tDriving the project team during community outreaches \u2022\tEnsure passengers adhere to all road safety regulations \u2022\tFulfil special requests by picking up and delivering items as directed. Vehicle Maintenance \u2022\tConduct routine vehicle maintenance according to organizational expectations \u2022\tTaking note of any faults that may develop on the vehicle and bringing them to the attention of Logistics Officer as soon as possible \u2022\tEnsuring that the vehicle has the necessary accessory tools including all necessary spare parts \u2022\tMake timeous requests for vehicle repairs and routine maintenance, service checks and any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor to ensure smooth project flow \u2022\tMaintenance of a clean and accurate record of all travel and fuel consumption in the vehicle logbook. \u2022\tEnsure that the vehicle is always parked in safe, appropriate and secure places. \u2022\tPreparing monthly fuel reconciliations for project vehicle \u2022\tConduct basic safety and security checks on the vehicles as well as the routes\/destinations before departure including readiness to assist in emergencies to ensure safety. <\/p>\n
Data Entry \u2022\tConduct screening using approved data capturing tools and data entry \u2022 Daily capturing of the link log \u2022\tIPC data collection \u2022\tCapturing weekly condom data <\/p>\n
Other \u2022\tAs a representative of CeSHHAR Zimbabwe the driver is expected to always dress and behave in a respectable manner<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\tQualifications and Experience
\n\t\t\t\t\u2022\tA clean class four driver\u2019s license \u2022\tMust have a valid defensive driving certificate \u2022\tMust have expert knowledge of driving rules and regulations in Zimbabwe \u2022\tA mature person who is well organized \u2022\tAbility to work independently but within a team framework \u2022\tFluent in English and at least one indigenous language. \u2022\tExperience in community mobilization and community engagement. \u2022\tWorking with high risk populations in a sexual and reproductive health research environment. \u2022\tVehicle maintenance or mechanics is an added advantage \u2022\tPrevious work experience in Non-Governmental Organizations or Civil Society Organization in HIV\/AIDS related programmes.<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\tHow to Apply
\n\t\t\t\tTO APPLYStep 1: Click Here to fill in the formStep 2: If you are interested in the above position, please email your CV and application cover letter addressed to Human Resources and send to vacancies@ceshhar.co.zw. Indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line. Candidates previously employed by CeSHHAR are encouraged to apply.Please note: Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.<\/p>\n
CeSHHAR Zimbabwe is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of sex, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply.<\/p>\n
The successful candidate will undergo relevant background checks and will be required to commit in writing to comply with the CeSHHAR Zimbabwe safeguarding guidelines.<\/p>\n
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