Abt Associates seeks a qualified Driver- LHSS Jordan Activity
Job Summary
Abt Associates seeks a qualified driver for the Local Health System Sustainability Project’s Jordan Activity (LHSS/Jordan). The LHSS Project is USAID’s flagship initiative in integrated health systems strengthening, with a goal to help low- and middle- income countries transition to sustainable, self-financed health systems as a means to support universal health coverage. LHSS/Jordan in particular will work with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and private sector in country to 1) strengthen the Jordanian contact tracing system; 2) provide rapid support to improve Jordan's immediate COVID-19 diagnostic capacity and address gaps in Jordan's lab network for infectious disease detection; 3) provide assistance to private and public sector partners for COVID-19 case management and surge support; and 4) advocate to develop a legal framework for telemedicine services.
We are looking for individuals who are committed to exceeding expectations and who strive to improve the lives of people worldwide. This position is based in Jordan.
This is a full-time position based in Amman, Jordan, working under the supervision of the Finance and Admin Manager.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
The driver will have the following specific duties and responsibilities:
High School Diploma + Two years of relevant experience, or Associates Degree
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Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.
About Us
The International Development Division focuses on improving the lives and economic well-being of people in lower and middle-income countries. We command technical expertise in health, agriculture, climate change, food security and governance—as well as in international evaluation. Our multi-layered health portfolio includes policy, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. In partnership with government clients and local experts, our high-quality programs in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East are known for impact and innovation.
At Abt Associates, we are committed to creating a lasting culture of equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that in order to achieve full participation, our practices must be free of prejudice, discrimination, and bias that result in inequitable outcomes. We are actively working to advance equity for everyone, and while we still have much work to do, we know that racial and cultural diversity are an asset to our business and the communities where we live and serve. Our ongoing commitment is focused on creating business practices that advance racial and social equity, investments in community impact programs for the benefit of Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), and expand upon project work related to racial equity and social justice.
Abt Associates seeks a qualified driver for the Local Health System Sustainability Project’s Jordan Activity (LHSS/Jordan). The LHSS Project is USAID’s flagship initiative in integrated health systems strengthening, with a goal to help low- and middle- income countries transition to sustainable, self-financed health systems as a means to support universal health coverage. LHSS/Jordan in particular will work with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and private sector in country to 1) strengthen the Jordanian contact tracing system; 2) provide rapid support to improve Jordan's immediate COVID-19 diagnostic capacity and address gaps in Jordan's lab network for infectious disease detection; 3) provide assistance to private and public sector partners for COVID-19 case management and surge support; and 4) advocate to develop a legal framework for telemedicine services.
We are looking for individuals who are committed to exceeding expectations and who strive to improve the lives of people worldwide. This position is based in Jordan.
This is a full-time position based in Amman, Jordan, working under the supervision of the Finance and Admin Manager.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
The driver will have the following specific duties and responsibilities:
- Operates a passenger motor vehicle in accordance with Operations Manager’s instructions to transport project personnel and official visitors within the city and surrounding area and travel to the next city.
- Maintains vehicle in clean and serviceable condition and performs minor maintenance of a preventative nature.
- Maintain an accurate vehicle log book for all trips.
- Perform daily inspection of vehicle to include tire pressure, oil and water levels.
- Ensure that vehicle insurance is always current.
- Report any incidents, accidents or injuries immediately to supervisor.
- Quickly notify supervisor about any major repairs and maintenance needed on vehicle.
- Follow all driving laws and regulations.
- May deliver documents and conduct general business on behalf of the company including basic negotiation skills.
- Represent the project, Abt Associates and USAID with professional behavior and communication skills in a diplomatic manner.
- A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- A minimum of one year of experience as a professional driver.
- Experience with USAID projects and/or Abt projects highly preferred.
- Must have local driver’s license appropriate to type of vehicle operated.
- Must be familiar with local traffic laws and area traffic patterns.
- Strong English speaking skills and fluency in Arabic required.
High School Diploma + Two years of relevant experience, or Associates Degree
___________________________________________
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.
About Us
The International Development Division focuses on improving the lives and economic well-being of people in lower and middle-income countries. We command technical expertise in health, agriculture, climate change, food security and governance—as well as in international evaluation. Our multi-layered health portfolio includes policy, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. In partnership with government clients and local experts, our high-quality programs in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East are known for impact and innovation.
At Abt Associates, we are committed to creating a lasting culture of equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that in order to achieve full participation, our practices must be free of prejudice, discrimination, and bias that result in inequitable outcomes. We are actively working to advance equity for everyone, and while we still have much work to do, we know that racial and cultural diversity are an asset to our business and the communities where we live and serve. Our ongoing commitment is focused on creating business practices that advance racial and social equity, investments in community impact programs for the benefit of Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), and expand upon project work related to racial equity and social justice.