Driver and Expeditor - ARE Program

I. BACKGROUND

The Lebanon Agriculture and Rural Empowerment (ARE) program is a multi-year project funded by USAID to develop rural economics in Lebanon through support to the agro-food sector and other industries to unlock local and export sales potential while also creating jobs and increasing farmers’ and worker’s incomes. ARE will increase jobs; improve incomes; improve female participation and employment opportunities; increase domestic and export sales; increase private sector investment; improve access to finance; link value chain actors to domestic and international markets; and improve farm production through improved practices, technology, increased volume, and/or decreased cost.

II. POSITION DESCRIPTION

The driver is responsible for driving and maintain the project vehicles. The driver will work in the administrative department and reports to the Office Assistant who shall be responsible for coordinating his/her assignments and supervising his/her work. The driver is also responsible for serving as an expeditor to facilitate all administrative transactions with governmental and other institutions as requested by the project.

III. DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drives project vehicles daily as assigned and/or pre-approved by supervisor, including routing shuttle service runs, scheduled field trips, project-related transportation within Beirut and other cities, and other driving assignment as required
• Cleans assigned vehicles daily both inside and outside
• Checks assigned vehicles weekly to ensure that they are operational and safe to drive, including oil, radiator, fan belt, brake fluid, wipers, tires, lights, and signals
• Responsible for the safekeeping of all vehicle equipment, tools, first aid kits, spares etc.
• Adhere to all safety and communication protocols as advised by Chemonics and supervisor;
• Ensures passenger safety by obeying traffic laws and driving carefully;
• Initiates and supervises any repairs required on assigned vehicles with supervisor’s approval;
• Initiates and supervises routine periodic maintenance of assigned project vehicles, including oil and filter changes, tune-ups, and professional cleaning by high-pressure hose based on the manufacturer’s instructions on optimum maintenance requirements
• Fulfills project reporting requirements and maintains records on vehicle routing, vehicle condition, etc.
• Expedites any project request necessary to facilitate the running of the office
• Carries out certain procedures for clearing project commodities for customs
• Handles passport-related matters for the short-term consultants upon their arrival in Lebanon
• Work night shifts whenever required for airport pick-ups;
• Supports project’s logistics need as assigned by supervisor;
• Assists with answering phones when needed;
• Conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Chemonics’ policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.
• Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by the Chief of Party;
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor, office manager or equivalent.

IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school degree / baccalaureate required
• Minimum of two years of experience in public driving within different regions in Lebanon
• Valid driving license and experience driving 4X4
• Driving experience for international donors and international organizations and knowledge of USAID’s rules and regulations for driving preferred
• Experience working across Lebanon, particularly in the North, South, and Bekaa regions preferred
• Basic spoken and written English and excellent Arabic required

V. LOCATION OF ASSIGNMENT

The driver will be based in ARE’s main office in Beirut, with regional travel as needed.

VI. REPORTING

The driver will report to the Admin and HR Assistant, or equivalent.