Driver at TB HIV Care

TB HIV Care (THC), in existence since 1929, is an internationally recognised non-profit organisation. TB HIV Care provides health care services throughout South Africa to both the general population and communities at increased risk for HIV and TB, including adolescent girls and young women, sex workers and people who use drugs. TB HIV Care provides a stimulating work environment and the opportunity to work with leaders in the field of HIV and TB prevention and care.

Our work culture is adapted to the constantly-evolving South African health care environment and will suit solution-driven team players interested in opportunities for career development while working to connect people with care. (This is a contract position renewable based on funding) Purpose of the position Transporting the outreach teams, commodities and equipment to and from different locations and other duties related to being a driver, including vehicle maintenance, observing all road safety and traffic laws, etc.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures that all safety precautions are adhered to
• Inspects the vehicle and reports defects to the relevant manager
• Maintains a daily transportation log and ensures petrol slips are submitted on a weekly basis
• Complies with relevant legislation and the organisation’s policies and procedures regarding vehicle maintenance
• Ensures that during outreach activities the staff and vehicle are secure
• Maintains client confidentiality and supports community outreach activities
• When required and instructed, undertakes activities promoting HIV prevention
• Conducts mapping and site profiling
• Documents findings and submits mapping tool to data capturer
• Ensures the latest emergency numbers are listed in the vehicle
• Complies with the standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies for vehicles
• Picks up and delivers commodities as required and instructed, including delivery of waste, depositing lab samples and picking up condoms from the Department of Health
• Moves heavy duty items when required and instructed

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / grade 12 2 years’ driving experience
• Valid code 10 driver’s licence with a professional driving permit (PDP)
• Experience in HIV/AIDS prevention and care and support programming an advantage
• Experience in sex work programming is beneficial
• Computer literacy (Intermediate level in MS Office package)
• Fluency in English and Zulu
• Clear criminal record