The Examinations Council of Zambia (ECZ) was established by an Act of Parliament No. 15 of 1983 (as amended in 1994), Chapter 137 of the Laws of Zambia, repealed and replaced by the Examinations Council of Zambia Act No. 3 of 2023, whose mandate is to prepare and administer examinations and award certificates to candidates who pass the examinations. The vision of the Council is to be an Educational Assessment Body of Excellence.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following vacant position at the Examination Council of Zambia Headquarters.

Responsibilities or duties

Reporting to the Transport Officer, the Driver will safely drive institutional vehicles when undertaking official duties, including transporting employees, organisation and ECZ assets as requested.

• Drive ECZ vehicles to various destinations to carry out official duties
• Prepare and submit accident and theft reports promptly to the Transport Officer when incidents occur
• Report any vehicle defects, malfunctions, or maintenance needs to the Transport Officer immediately
• Conduct routine inspections before trips, including checks on tyre pressure, oil and fluid levels, brakes and lights to ensure vehicle roadworthiness
• Assist in the safe transportation of ECZ assets and official documents
• Fuel vehicles as needed and monitor fuel consumption to ensure efficiency
• Prompt the Transport Officer in advance of vehicle licensing and insurance renewals to ensure compliance
• Perform basic maintenance checks and ensure vehicles are regularly serviced in accordance with manufacturer or ECZ schedules
• Maintain up-to-date service and maintenance records for assigned vehicles
• Keep vehicles clean, both inside and out, to maintain a professional image of the organisation
• Set targets and agree on performance measures in order to meet the strategic objectives of the institution

Qualifications or requirements

School Certificate or its equivalent

Craft Certificate in Automotive Mechanics and PSV Driver’s License

Experience needed

Minimum 1 year of experience as a driver

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted. Electronic applications will not be accepted.

• Drive ECZ vehicles to various destinations to carry out official duties
• Prepare and submit accident and theft reports promptly to the Transport Officer when incidents occur
• Report any vehicle defects, malfunctions, or maintenance needs to the Transport Officer immediately
• Conduct routine inspections before trips, including checks on tyre pressure, oil and fluid levels, brakes and lights to ensure vehicle roadworthiness
• Assist in the safe transportation of ECZ assets and official documents
• Fuel vehicles as needed and monitor fuel consumption to ensure efficiency
• Prompt the Transport Officer in advance of vehicle licensing and insurance renewals to ensure compliance
• Perform basic maintenance checks and ensure vehicles are regularly serviced in accordance with manufacturer or ECZ schedules
• Maintain up-to-date service and maintenance records for assigned vehicles
• Keep vehicles clean, both inside and out, to maintain a professional image of the organisation
• Set targets and agree on performance measures in order to meet the strategic objectives of the institution

• PSV Driver’s License
• Basic vehicle maintenance
• Report writing
• Vehicle inspection

• School Certificate or its equivalent
• Craft Certificate in Automotive Mechanics
• PSV Driver’s License