Why RTI

RTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world”s most critical problems with technical and science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across social, statistical, data, and laboratory sciences, engineering, and other technical disciplines to solve the world’s most challenging problems.
We believe in the promise of science and technical solutions, and we push ourselves every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses in the US and around the world. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real difference, RTI is the place for you.

About the Hiring Group

RTI”s Center for International Development implements large-scale, multidisciplinary projects across health, energy, agriculture, water, and education by leveraging RTI’s deep cross-Institutional knowledge, proven solutions, and contextual expertise. We achieve global impact by improving lives, driving economic growth, and enhancing stability in fragile and developing geographies.

What You”ll Do

Under the general supervision of the Operations and Compliance Manager the position is to drive, maintain, and manage the project vehicle for the Project Name.

Essential Duties:

• Driving RTI vehicle as may be assigned by the Operations and Compliance Manager: Drive assigned means of transport for the transport of authorized Clients, visitors, goods, messages, mail, etc.
• Collect and deliver goods, mail, documents, and other items
• Meet official personnel at the airport and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required
• Take care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned means of transport, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc; perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs and ensure that the vehicle is kept clean.
• Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc.
• Read and understand specific vehicle/vessel operating manual to ensure the safe and appropriate operations of the vehicle.
• Obey traffic rules and Road Signs, Negotiate, liaise, and coordinate with local authorities to facilitate smooth running of vehicle/vessel movements.
• Ensure that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident
• Produce weekly records of mileage traveled and tonnage moved.
• Identify any apparent problems during field deliveries and report them to the appropriate personnel.

What You”ll Need

High School Diploma

Skills & Abilities

• Subscribe to the values of RTI
• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repairs. Knowledge of radio, email, telephone, and other applications.
• Trustworthy, high sense of responsibility, alertness; physical fitness on duty, emotional stability, neat and courteous.
• Good knowledge of the Project ESP activity areas and the current conditions of roads and highways.
• Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to fluently communicate in both verbally and written language(s) applicable to project requirements.