Position:   Driver

Reports to :  Logistic coordinator

Supervision of:   None

Duty station:   Dollo Ado and all Camps

All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s core values:  dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability . These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships.

  Role and responsibilities

The purpose of the positions to provide service support to the Area office programme . Use actions words such as conduct or assist for the position relevant responsibilities.

Generic responsibilities (max 10)

• Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines
• Drive NRC Ethiopia vehicles to give service to NRC staff as required and given schedule by the Logistics Officer.
• Always carry out basic security checks on the vehicles that he/she uses before starting driving and at the end of the day. (Battery water, fuel & oil levels, radiator water, Tire pressure/condition, etc.)
• Ensure the vehicle meets the maintenance schedule and should inform the Logistics Officer/Fleet In charge of any faults as they occur
• Maintain neat & accurate record of all journeys in the vehicle log book.
• Report immediately any damage or accident to the immediate supervisor/Head of Office /Logistics Coordinator in the Area Office following correct procedures in the case of the accident, incident or complaints.

Specific responsibilities

• Secure that NRC vehicles with necessary documents and equipment

• must carry out a weekly vehicle check, and submit the Weekly Vehicle Check form to the Logistics Officer
• Coordinate and facilitate timely reporting of eventualities like accidents and breakdowns

• Ensure the vehicle is kept clean and tidy always.
• Ensure that the vehicle is only used for NRC approved purposes.
• Keep and respect NRC driver rule and conduct.
• Respect traffic regulation as per the Road Transport and Traffic regulation.
• Responsible for the collection, storage, transport and final delivery of all goods in his/her vehicle.
• Ensure every passenger wears Safety Belt before start driving the vehicle.
• No mobile phones are to be answered when driving
• Driving style should suit local conditions, and should be careful and passive
• As a representative of NRC the driver is expected to dress and behave in a respectable manner at all times
• The driver should manage his/her time properly and report promptly to work. S/he should also ensure that s/he is adequately rested prior to long journeys
• Drivers requiring prescription glasses must wear these at all times when driving
• The driver should familiarize him/herself with the tools and equipment in the vehicle
• The driver should familiarize him/herself with the local area and planned journey route prior to departure, particularly any security issues to be aware of
• Carry out the daily vehicle check and inventory.

Competencies

Professional competencies

These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance.

•  Experience from working as service support staff in a humanitarian/recovery context
• Valid driving licence
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience preferably in NGO environment.
• Certificate holder of grade 8 and above

 Context/ Specific skills, knowledge:

•  Complete adherence to all NRC Driver rules and conduct
• Drive NRC Ethiopia vehicles to give service
• Clear communication and supportive problem solving
• Some knowledge of English and fluent in local language
• Knows the area