Kondutor/Driver (1 position) - Market Development Facility (MDF) Timor-Leste

VACANT POSITION

Driver (1 position)

Market Development Facility (MDF) Timor-Leste

 

Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of Positive Impact - the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with foundations, investors, governments, corporations, communities and civil society to formulate strategies and implement solutions that generate lasting social, environmental and financial benefits.

For the past 50 years, we have been making Positive Impact possible. With a team of more than 2,500 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of more than 35,000 technical experts, Palladium has improved - and is committed to continuing to improve - economies, societies and most importantly, people's lives.

Palladium is a child-safe organisation, and screens applicants for suitability to work with children. We also provide equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status.

 

About Market Development Facility (MDF)

MDF is a multi-country program, currently operating in Fiji, Timor-Leste, Papua New Guinea, Sri Lanka and Pakistan. Each country has its own Country Team. All countries are supported by a central operations team. Operational issues in Timor-Leste are led by an Operations Administrator. Other members of the operations team include a Country Accountant, Operations Officer, Operations Assistant, drivers and cleaner.

 

MDF is a fast-paced work environment where technical staff work in a dynamic fashion and often travel to the field at short notice. The purpose of this position is to transport MDF staff and goods to support operations in Timor-Leste.

 

Responsibilities will include:

• Safely transport MDF staff, goods, parcels and documents in and around Dili and to field locations as required.
• Ensure that MDF vehicles are clean and driven in a legal and safe manner at all times.
• Carry out routine inspections on vehicles to ensure that they are always in good condition and perform minor maintenance tasks as needed.
• Check fuel levels and purchase fuel for MDF vehicles.
• Maintain the log book and complete accident reports.
• Safely keep receipts for vehicle repairs and maintenance and other records and reports concerning vehicles.
• Consider different routes, check climate and traffic reports to decide the best time to travel and the best route to take.
• Respond immediately to accidents or medical emergencies by notifying emergency response providers and rendering first aid until emergency personnel arrive.
• Ensure a first aid box, fire extinguisher and other required equipment is always in the vehicle.
• Provide basic administrative support as requested.
• Other activities as directed by the Operations Officer, Operations Administrator, Country Director or other representative(s) of Palladium.

 

Selection Criteria – Required 

1. A valid and clean driver’s licence
2. Completion of middle school or equivalent diploma
3. At least five years driving experience and demonstrated knowledge of national road systems in Timor-Leste.
4. A police clearance certificate.
5. Basic spoken English language skills.
6. Excellent spoken Tetun language skills.
7. Demonstrated knowledge of car mechanics and skills to maintain roadworthiness and cleanliness of vehicles
8. Alertness to risks and potential security issues, and proven ability to handle security incidents effectively and peacefully.
9. Demonstrated ability to undertake routine and simple clerical and administrative tasks.
10. Willingness to work outside regular working hours and to travel regularly throughout Timor-Leste.

 

Selection Criteria – Desirable

1. Good spoken English language skills.
2. Knowledge of other Timorese local languages.

 

Positions are open to nationals of Timor-Leste. Salary is competitive and based on local labour standards. Overtime is payable for some work outside of regular hours and on weekends.

 

For the full TOR, please visit the Palladium website

https://palladium.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/14946?c=palladium

Applications close, 5pm (Timor Leste time) on Wednesday, 31^st August 2022