From the Guardian of 15th May
Background
The Tuboreshe Chakula project is a USAID funded project, whose purpose is to transform a critical segment ofTanzania's agro-processing industry - maize, rice, edible oil and horticulture processing - and dramatically increase the supply of and demand for nutritious and fortified foods, especially among vulnerable populations in the food insecure regions of Morogoro, Dodoma and Manyara.
The Project will achieve this goal by building the capacity of agro-processors to improve the quality, safety, presentation, sale and distribution of new and existing food products; to maximize its impact and reach vulnerable groups, particularly the target audience of pregnant or lactating women, children between 6 months and 59 months of age, and people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHA) in the project's districts of operation.
The USAID Tuboreshe Chakula Project is a key activity of the Feed the Future (FtF) initiative, a major U.S. Government effort which aims to address the root causes of global hunger by sustainably increasing agricultural productivity to meet the demand for improved, nutritious foods.
Tuboreshe Chakula is seeking a Transport Officer to work closely with the Deputy Chief of Party on the management of travel of all staff. The position is based in Dar es Salaam but will require frequent travel to the offices in Dodoma, Morogoro, Babati, and Ifakara.
Duties
Review all staff travel advance requests for travel requirements
Determine the routing of all vehicles to ensure the travel requirements are met for staff, if a project vehicle is unavailable request a car hire or airfare according to the procedures
Manage the overall maintenance and repair of all vehicles
Review Fleet Management reports for fuel usage, driver behavior, and other possible issues Provide regular reports to the Deputy Chief of Party on the driver behavior and any other issues that arise
Manage the flow of communication regarding the vehicles
Work closely with the Office Managers and Regional Focal People on the management of the vehicles Supervise 18 drivers, based in 3 field offices and Dar es Salaam
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in relevant area, Masters degree preferred At least 3 years relevant experience
Knowledge of'the driving routes in Dodoma, Morogoro, and Manyara Regions Valid Tanzanian Drivers License
Key Competencies
Strong communication skills Problem identification and solving
Easily works in a team environment as well as individually Ability to work under pressure
Willing to take on difficult tasks and ensure they are done efficiently and accurately Fluent in written and spoken Swahili and English
Must be a Tanzanian citizen
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
All applications must be received online at http://www.abtassociates.com/Current-Opportunities.aspx
Applications must be received by 23 May 2014.
Applications must be received by 23 May 2014.
