Driver - Nih Sti Research Project

1 week ago

Buffalo City Eastern Cape, South Africa Foundation for Professional Development (FPD) Full time

**Job Title : Driver - NIH STI Research Project
Annual salary (based on
relevant experience and
qualifications) : R130,402 - R157,626
Location : Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality (BCMM)
Department : Research Unit
Reporting to : Research Manager STI Project

**Main purpose of the position**:
The driver will assist the team in the implementation of the STI research project at the PHC/CHC

facilities across BCMM. The incumbent will assist by driving the company vehicle to distribute

all study resources and consumables, collect and transport specimens between the research

sites, office, and laboratory on daily basis, collection of materials from the suppliers to the office,

and maintaining stock overview lists.

**Scope of Work**:
To support logistics for the successful implementation of the STI research project at the highest

clinical, research and ethical quality standards.

Key responsibilities include:

- Transport specimens and materials between research sites, office, and laboratory, utilizing

company vehicles safely and professionally on daily basis.***
- Driving and maintenance of company vehicle in accordance with FPD Motor Vehicle Policy.***
- Effective communication with the sites and laboratory regarding the transport schedule,

times, and arrangements.***
- Maintain a professional image and attitude with clients, visitors, and co‐workers.***
- Always keep time schedule.***
- Fulfill administrative needs including vehicle register and stock overviews, office pickups

and staff where necessary.
- To participate in project meetings and FPD internal skills development meetings.
- To maintain confidentiality always.***
- To perform any reasonable other study duty as requested by the Research Manager.***

**Qualifications, driver’s license, and permit requirements**:

- Valid driver’s license (code 10 / C1).
- Professional Driving Permit (PDP).
- Grade 12
- SA Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certificate (advantageous)

**Working / Industry experience required**:

- Minimum 3 years’ experience in driving company vehicles.
- Familiarity and in-depth knowledge of Buffalo City areas.
- Previous experience as a driver of passengers and goods.
- Experience in supporting research activities (advantageous).
- Knowledge of HIV/AIDS, TB, and STI (advantageous).

**Additional requirements**:

- The ability to operate electronic devices such as a computer, laptop, tablet, and cellphone.***
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English and Xhosa.
- Proficiency in another local language/s will be advantageous.
- Willingness to travel and work irregular hours (per prior agreement).
- Applicants are advised that the Foundation for Professional Development has elected to _
- implement a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy to protect the health and safety of its _
- employees, faculty, students, clients, and others who work with, train, or receive other services _
- from FPD.**Please note**:
Only applicants shortlisted for interviews will be contacted. If you have not been contacted
was unsuccessful.

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