Driver - for Erer

Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
Location:
Grade: Administrative support - Administrative Services and Support - Generally no need for Higher Education
Occupational Groups:
- Administrative support
- Logistics
- Transport and Distribution
Closing Date: Closed

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 50 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Job Overview/Summary:

The driver has the overall responsibility for Driving the organization’s vehicle as per IRC’s driving procedure. And keeping the vehicle clean and in a very good condition.

Major responsibilities:

Driving the Organization’s vehicle as per IRC’s vehicle management procedure.
Maintains and updated vehicle log sheet by filling in all required information properly and in a proper manner.
Cooperate with staff on their travel requirements.
Reports promptly to the logistics department losses Malfunctions or accidents in writing immediately events occur.
Keeps vehicles clean and in a very good condition. Cleaning of vehicles is the responsibility of drivers.
Provide some mechanical services to the vehicle as the need arises.
Takes delivery of goods, supplies, etc on behalf of IRC as the need arises.
Assists staff in translation.
Follow up the periodic service of the vehicle and full fill the vital condition for the maintenance on time.
Fill daily checklist and waiver if any.
Keep IRC’s Safety procedure.
Executes other duties as required.

Safeguarding Responsibilities: -

·Promote and actively participate in initiatives and efforts to build team engagement, inclusion and cohesion in IRC [team/office]

·Foster ongoing learning, honest dialogue, and reflection to strengthen safeguarding and to promote IRC values and adherence to IRC policies.

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Minimum Qualifications:

Educational Requirements:

·High School graduate.

·A minimum of 3rd Grade Valid Driving License. NGO experience is a plus.

Desired Experience and Skills:

·Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·Thorough knowledge of road rules and regulations.

·Skills in routine vehicle maintenance and minor repair.

·Good team spirit, attitude, behavior, and problem-solving abilities.

·Able to carry out limited, un-supervised tasks.

Language Skills:

·Fluency in English and Somali languages (both written and oral) are an asset.

Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.

This vacancy is now closed.