DRIVER/ OFFICE ASSISTANT – Famine Early Warning Systems Network

Introduction:

The Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET) is an integrated set of activities funded by the United Stales Agency for International Development (USAID) intended to provide timely, accurate, evidence-based, and transparent food security early warning information and analysis. Created in 1985 in response to famines in East and West Africa, FEWS NET provides global coverage through a mix of presence and remote monitoring. FEWS NET’S work is implemented across several pillars by a team of partners that includes NASA, NOAA, USGS, Kimetrica. and Chemonics International (Chemonics). Chemonics implements FEWS NET’S integrated emergency food insecurity analysis through a Washington- based technical office and more than 20 field offices.

Based on in-depth understanding of local livelihoods. FEWS NET analysts monitor information and data on factors that affect food security, such as weather conditions and climate, crops, pasture, markets and trade, and nutrition. FEWS NET produces regular reports, including Food Security Outlooks and Outlook Updates, emergency alerts, market and price updates, and global weather hazards. FEWS NET makes reports available at www.fews.net and distributes them globally to governments, relief agencies, and other organizations engaged in humanitarian response and development programs.

The seventh phase of FEWS NET (FEWS NET 7) began in 2019 and relies on close collaboration with international, regional, and national partners on food security analysis and reinforcement of food security networks. Major activities include joint monitoring and assessments, data exchanges, collaborative analysis and report writing, and technical capacity strengthening. FEWS NET supports local and regional food security networks to contribute to achieving the global objective of food security for all.

Position Description:

Chemonics International Inc. seeks applications from qualified and experienced professionals to fill one full-time Driver/Office Assistant position in Harare. Zimbabwe for the FEWS NET project.

Responsibilities:

The main responsibilities of the Driver /Office Assistant, include, buf are not limited to:

• Provides the office with driving services for office local trips and field mission trips
• Conducts regular inspections of the project vehicle this includes regularly checking the oil. radiator, brake fluid, tire pressure, headlights, and turn signals
• Maintains motor vehicle usage and repairs records.
• Assists the Administrative Assistant in maintaining office vehicles and generator.
• Collects fuel for the generator from fuel service stations and prepares fuel reconciliation on fuel expended by motor vehicles and the generator.
• Assists in photocopying, scanning, and filing physical and electronic copies of documents (programs and operations) for safekeeping.
• Prepares necessary administrative forms for project-related items.
• Oversees the purchase of office supplies and related items from vendors/suppliers.
• Takes part in inventory counting and verification
• Assists in maintaining inventory tracker (asset movement).

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• A minimum of 5 Ordinary Level passes including English and Mathematics
• Certificate and or Diploma in Business/ Logistics/Supply Chain Management
• Fluency in English required
• Valid Zimbabwe driver’s license
• Valid defensive driving certificate
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience with international organizations; knowledge of USAID’s rules and regulationsan added advantage.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and the ability Io be a strong team player.
• Excellent and demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability Io perform well wit h minimal supervision.
• Availability for overtime work and extensive field travel isrequired.