Fleet Expert - Volunteer,
Kingston, United Kingdom
Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO)
Closing date: Sunday, 23 September 2018
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VSO is the world’s leading international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty. Working in 24 countries around the world, our unique role in international development is to place committed volunteers with carefully selected organisations where their skills can have the greatest impact. VSO volunteers live and work in some of the world’s poorest communities sharing skills and experience that help generate new ideas and new ways of doing things. VSO volunteers help the communities they work in lift themselves out of poverty. We’re not about delivering quick fixes, but instead we focus on long-lasting, sustainable change, that will impact generations to come. Join our team of volunteers and help us work towards our vision of a world without poverty.
Role overview
This is an exciting opportunity to support our Global Procurement and Logistics team in finalising the Vehicle Policy and the Fleet guidance section of VSO’s Logistics Manual. The Policy will formalise how Fleet is used across VSO and the Manual will provide guidance to staff and volunteers in VSO’s country offices on Fleet specification, Fleet procurement, driver recruitment and fleet management among others.
The Policy and guidance are currently in draft and require expert input from a Fleet specialist prior to launch.
The Policy and guidance are currently in draft and require expert input from a Fleet specialist prior to launch.
Skills, qualifications and experience
In this role, you will help review sections of the manual e.g. Fleet Management, practical guidance on safe and appropriate use of vehicles among others.
To be successful in this role, you will possess the following skills, knowledge and experience
Essential criteria
Knowledge/qualifications:
• Relevant qualifications in vehicle mechanics or other applicable qualification/experience
Experience:
• Significant experience in Fleet Management, particularly in developing countries
Skills/Abilities:
• Skills in written communication (drafting guidance in layman’s terms)
• Ability to work well as part of a team
Desirable Criteria:
• Interest in, and commitment to, VSO’s vision and mission
• Ideally based in the UK and able to travel to VSO’s Kingston offices (if not possible, able to Skype call)
• Experience of working within the charity sector
VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.
Unfortunately we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position, so please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply.
To be successful in this role, you will possess the following skills, knowledge and experience
Essential criteria
Knowledge/qualifications:
• Relevant qualifications in vehicle mechanics or other applicable qualification/experience
Experience:
• Significant experience in Fleet Management, particularly in developing countries
Skills/Abilities:
• Skills in written communication (drafting guidance in layman’s terms)
• Ability to work well as part of a team
Desirable Criteria:
• Interest in, and commitment to, VSO’s vision and mission
• Ideally based in the UK and able to travel to VSO’s Kingston offices (if not possible, able to Skype call)
• Experience of working within the charity sector
VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.
Unfortunately we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position, so please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply.
As a VSO volunteer you will work on an ad hoc basis, performing activities for VSO during your free time. Expenses you incur while volunteering for VSO are reimbursed (reasonable transport and lunch).
The role can be carried out in a flexible way online or in our Kingston office or a combination depending on your time and availability.
The role can be carried out in a flexible way online or in our Kingston office or a combination depending on your time and availability.
If you’re interested in applying for this role, please download the job description for more information.
To submit your application, click on ‘Make an application’ and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.