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Small Farmers Adapting to Global Markets Project

Sustainable Agriculture Development Project Phase II

Terms of Reference
Driver
 

Project Small Farmers Adapting to Global Markets Project (CN/031565)
Sustainable Agriculture Development Project Phase II (CN/032079)
Position Name (No.) Driver (6426)
Reports to Program Administrator
Location Beijing Program Office

Position Summary

The Driver will be primarily responsible for transportation and logistical duties related to the implementation of the Small Farmers Adapting to Global Market Project (SFAGM), Sustainable Agriculture Development Project Phase II (SADP II) and the Livestock Health Extension Service Project (LHESP) as deemed necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Driver under contract to Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), will be responsible to:

Driving

1.  Must adhere to Program Vehicle Policy:

  • The vehicle will be used for CCADP project activities only;

  • Registration and licensing will be arranged by the local counterpart organization;

  • Scheduling and operations of the vehicle will be coordinated with the Program Administrator and the Administrative Assistants;

  • Authorization for using the vehicle, as a passenger or driver, is only provided to CCADP staff;

  • The driver maintains a vehicle logbook, accounting for mileage, fuel consumption and maintenance costs.

  • The vehicle will be stored in a secured location;

  • Project vehicle will be NON-SMOKING vehicles;

  • Any vehicle (including non-project vehicles) in which a Canadian or project staff are passengers may not exceed the posted limits and must never exceed 110 KmPH;

  • Any vehicle in which a Canadian or project staff are passengers must never travel on highways, country roads after sunset or when it is dark.

  • Drivers must adhere to all local traffic regulations and speed limits and never consume alcohol during working hours or be under the influence of alcohol when driving.

2. Provide driving service to the project director, project staff and CIDA agricultural project personnel as required; the project director has first call on vehicle use
3. Maintain a vehicle logbook, accounting for mileage, fuel consumption and maintenance costs;
4. Provide transportation and logistical support to partner ministries as deemed necessary;
5. Pick up or drop off people at the airport as required for CIDA agricultural projects activity;
6. Deliver/pick up and distribute documents/reports/certificates to project sites, partner ministries, the embassy and other locations as required.

Maintenance

1. maintain cleanliness of vehicle;
2. maintain vehicle in good mechanical order;
3. report and arrange any repairs immediately through the Project Administrator;
4. ensure that vehicle under his/her care is secured from loss or damage.

Annual Registration

1. be responsible for the annual registration of the project vehicle and payment of insurance policy.
2. be responsible for the annual registration of the project manager’s vehicle and payment of insurance policy.

Misc.

1. send fax, making copies, binding documents as requested;
2. assist Canadian agriculture program staff to obtain Chinese driver’s license;
3. renew driver's license for Canadian agriculture program staff;
4. coordinate with office management on the issues related to the vehicle or parking;
5. keep office storage room neat;
6. assist with procurement of project related materials/equipment as needed under the direction of the Project Administrator;
7. coordinate with the Administrative Assistant to keep the office equipment/facilities in good order;
8. assist the Administrative Assistant to review the certificates of the Project Manager and his family members;
9. provide other administrative, transportation and logistical support for the effective implementation of the project under the direction of the Project Administrator.

Salary Range:  Commensurate with qualifications


Deadline:    December 15, 2006

Application:
Note: Anyone who meets the requirements and is interested in the position may send his/her resume to bjgao@ccag.com.cn but only the candidates screened will be notified to have an interview.

 


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