Malawi National Association of the Deaf
OVERVIEW
VACANCY – DRIVER/ SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER
Malawi National Association of the Deaf write to announce a fantastic opportunity to join our team at as Motor Vehicle Driver/Sign Language Interpreter. We seek a highly skilled and dedicated individual who can contribute to our mission of empowering the Deaf by building their capacity, advocate and lobby for their rights throughout the country.
The Driver plays a vital role in providing reliable transportation services to our staff, prioritizing safety above all. In addition to strict adherence to MANAD vehicle policies, he/she actively contribute to office operations and handling various duties. The Driver/ Interpreter maintains constant communication with both management and staff, keeping them informed about vehicle movements, maintenance needs, repair requirements, and suggestions for improving transportation processes.
Flexibility is essential, as occasional work during irregular hours and weekends may be required.
What you’ll do
- Drive MANAD vehicle in and out of assigned sites, arriving at destinations safely, following safety protocol and ensuring staff and guest compliance with safety protocol while in the vehicle.
- Conduct daily oil and tyre checks properly and ensure cleanliness, functionality and safety of the entire vehicle.
- Check and provide timely reports on all vehicle licenses and permits
- Ensure that the vehicle have necessary equipment e.g. spare tyre, toolbox, first aid kit and other safety vehicle accessories
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on the logbook, fuel records and refills, customer transportation forms, vehicle maintenance, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records that are requested by the Organization.
- Timely report any vehicle faults or repairs needed and fill out an appropriate report.
- As far as your skills allow, aid mechanics to ensure the good maintenance of the vehicle.
- A valid Defensive Driving Certificate
- Providing sign language interpretation services to MANAD office staff
- Any other duties as directed by management.
What You’ll Bring
- Malawi School Certificate Education or equivalent
- Valid driving license (C1 or above)
Progressive experience as a Driver in a fast-paced environment - Clean driving record and demonstration of safe driving techniques.
- A valid Defensive Driving
- Certificate would be advantage.
About MANAD
MANAD is Organisation of Persons with Disabilities (OPD) whose membership is drawn from Deaf persons across all regions and all districts of Malawi. MANAD is operation in all the 28 districts of the country through its well-developed district structures.
MANAD is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability status.
Method Of Application
If you are interested please submit you application not later than 3 May 2024 by either hand or post to:
The Executive Director
Malawi National Association of the Deaf
P/Bag 14
Maselema, Blantyre 8.
Email: [email protected]
WhatsApp: 0995578711
Location: Chimwankhunda – Blantyre.