Project Driver BCPAP

About the Role and Organization

Save the Children is a leading global non-profit dedicated to children's welfare, working in Zambia since 1983. The Better Care for Small and Sick Newborns project focuses on decreasing neonatal mortality by enhancing respiratory care quality using bCPAP technology, improving referral systems, and increasing health workers' competencies in multiple provinces. The Project Driver supports this initiative by managing office and field vehicle travel requirements and ensuring vehicle maintenance for smooth project operations based in Lusaka.

Primary Responsibilities

• Transport office staff and assigned visitors safely as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and good condition of all office vehicles.
• Manage fuel accounts and perform fuel reconciliation duties.
• Compile and submit monthly vehicle usage and analysis reports.
• Conduct routine vehicle maintenance inspections to ensure readiness.
• Ensure timely payments of road taxes, vehicle insurance, and fitness certificates.
• Accurately update vehicle logbooks and maintain pro fleet datasheets for performance monitoring.
• Contribute to sustainable practices within the supply chain to reduce carbon emissions and uphold child safeguarding policies.

Additional Duties

Other reasonable duties may be assigned based on the individual's skills and experience.

Skills and Behavioral Expectations

• Accountability: Demonstrate responsibility in decision-making, resource management, and exemplify organizational values.
• Ambition: Set challenging personal and team goals, take charge of personal development, and inspire others.
• Collaboration: Build effective relationships internally and externally, value diversity, and maintain polite and approachable interactions.
• Creativity: Encourage innovative problem-solving and novel solutions.
• Integrity: Uphold honesty, transparency, and openness in all activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Completed Grade 12 education.
• Valid and clean Class C driver's license.
• Certification in auto mechanics or minor vehicle repair skills.
• CIPS certification is advantageous.
• Minimum five years of work experience in a reputable organization or NGO.
• Self-motivated, honest, and able to perform effectively under pressure.

Additional Information

Applicants must submit a cover letter and updated CV. The application closing date is August 10, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination and will never request fees during the recruitment process.