Driver – Jerusalem ID

Project Description:   

Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture (CNFA) is a not-for-profit international agricultural development organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., dedicated to empowering farmers and rural entrepreneurs to improve their livelihoods and to increase their incomes. CNFA aids smallholders in increasing household-level food security and nutrition through improved agricultural practices, introduction of new varieties, diversification of crop production, food preservation and storage, development of farmer-based organizations, and strengthened linkages to markets. CNFA has a track record of implementing successful agricultural development programs in 47 countries. 

Position Summary:   

CNFA is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a Driver-Jerusalem ID position for the USAID Quality Technologies Revitalizing Agriculture (Q’tra) program. The purpose of this activity will be to work with farmers in the West Bank and Gaza (WBG) to improve climate-resilient conservation and management of freshwater resources and associated ecosystems by increasing the availability, quality, and environmental resilience of drinking water supply sources. The duration of this activity will be five years. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:   

• Operate CNFA vehicles as assigned by the supervisor. 

• Maintain vehicle log-sheets in accordance with Field Fleet Management Policy. 

• Check the vehicle conditions after each trip/routinely – report needs and problems the supervisor. 

• Responsible for the safekeeping of all vehicle equipment, tools, first aid kits, spares etc. 

• Keep the vehicle ready, clean and ready for use. 

• Assist, as required, with logistics in the office and other tasks as necessary. 

• Report all maintenance needs of the vehicle to Supervisor respectively on a regular basis. 

• Undertake field assignments as assigned. 

• Ensure that all personnel wear a seatbelt and that the total number of passengers is within legal limits. 

• Ensure all passengers adhere to the project’s vehicle use policy. 

• Perform other tasks defined by the supervisor.  

جميع الحقوق محفوظة لموقع جوبس.

• High School Degree 

• A valid Israeli driver’s license is required. 

• Minimum of 3+ years or more related experience 

• A good driving record and an understanding of auto mechanics are required. 

• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations in both WB and Jerusalem is required. 

• Good command of Arabic and basic knowledge of and ability to read and write English is required; good command of spoken Hebrew is preferred. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• Unrestricted authorization to work in the West Bank and Jerusalem (holder of Jerusalem ID) 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. CNFA takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.   

Only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.