Le Fonds Mondial pour la Nature recherche un mécanicien-chauffeur, Cameroun

Le Fonds Mondial pour la Nature recherche un mécanicien-chauffeur, Cameroun

Want to make a positive difference to the future of people and our one shared home, the Earth? 

Working with WWF could be your opportunity of a lifetime: 

All around the world, people are waking up to the deepening crisis of nature loss. A growing realization that nature is our life-support system. And that nobody will be spared from the impacts of its loss. Here at WWF, we are helping to tackle this enormous global challenge.

Our people come from hugely diverse backgrounds and with a variety of expertise, ranging from HR and finance to advocacy and conservation science. We welcome applications from anyone who believes they can help us create a better future for people and wildlife.

What we do:

We are an independent conservation organization, striving to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife. From individuals and communities to business and government, we are part of a growing coalition calling on world leaders to set nature on the path to recovery by 2030. Together, we seek to protect and restore natural habitats, stop the mass extinction of wildlife, and make the way we produce and consume sustainable.

For our Lobeke office in Cameroon, we are looking for a dynamic and committed Mechanic Driver who will provide support to Finance & Administration Department activities.

Reports to

Logistics Assistant 

Location 

WWF CCPO Jengi Southeast Forest (JSEF)- Lobeke TNS Component

Mission of the Department:

The mission of WWF CCPO JSEF is to ensure sustainable management of natural resources in Southeast Cameroon through participatory management practices involving all stakeholders and contributes to improving the living conditions of the local people. This includes (1) negotiation of macro-zoning plan (with protected area, forest and hunting concessions, agroforestry zone,…), (2) development of basic infrastructure and preparation of management plans for three protected areas (Lobeke, Boumba Bek and Nki) that cover 6,380km² of biologically important moist evergreen and semi-deciduous closed forest, with high densities of elephants, western lowland gorillas, chimpanzees and bongos, (3) support to concessionaries in the implementation of sustainable practices, and (4) assistance in setting in place Community Based Organizations to insure full participation of local population in natural resource management and the contribution of those resources to poverty alleviation.

Major functions:

The Mechanic Driver is responsible for the over all maintenance and technical follow up of the status of all program vehicles and motorbikes.

 Ensure the efficient and cost-effective maintenance and repair of the Lobeke National Park vehicles, motorbikes and engine boats.

Major duties:

• Ensure reparation of all mechanical problems on all program vehicles whenever they are reported/recorded ;
• Carry out periodic technical diagnostic (every 2 month) on all vehicles, motorcycles and engine boat  ;
• Monitor and enforce rigorously the schedule of lubrifiant replacement in vehicles and motorbikes ;
• Manage stocks of equipment, supplies and parts; maintain parts inventory ;
• Log official trips, daily mileage, gas/fuel consumption, and assist with the annual vehicle and motorcycles inspection ;
• Consolidate a monthly report and monitoring the quality of log book of vehicles and motorcycles Centralizes the control of vehicle parts, motorcycles and boat engine ;
• Prepare a monthly report of the usage of spare parts ;
• Drive project vehicle in missions ;
• Draft maintenance plans and ensure their implementation ;
• Collaborate and coordinate with various Lobeke National Park staff to ensure effective and efficient use, care and maintenance of the programme vehicles, motor bikes and engine boats.
• Prepare maintenance and repair reports for submission to management ;
• Evaluate ability of drivers, train drivers and other vehicle users ;
• Ensure that WWF Rules and Regulations steps required by rules and regulations are taken in cases of any involvement in accidents ;
• Other relevant tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Profile:

Required Qualifications  

• Minimum of CAP in vehicle mechanics in diesel option;
• Possess at least a category A, B and D driving license with prove experience in driving within forest area ;
• 8 years working experience in mechanics;
• Computer literate is an asset;
• Fluency in French and English.

   Required Skills and Competencies 

• Willingness and ability to work in a remote area with low supervision ;
• Adheres to WWF’s brand values: Courage, Integrity, Respect and Collaboration.

Working Relationships:

Internal – Collaborate with other key technical staff of the programme External – He has to work closely/collaborate with MINFOF Park Services of in the Lobeke National Park.

This job description covers the main tasks and conveys the spirit of the sort of tasks that are anticipated proactively from staff. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organizational needs.

How to apply: 

Apply through the Link :  https://cameroon.panda.org/apply_to_a_job/#

Deadline for applications: 25^th June 2021.

Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted for follow up. If you have not been contacted five (5) days after closing, consider your application unsuccessful.

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