Driver

JOB DESCRIPTION

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

(To be completed by the local Association. Please note that the points listed under the key headings are only sample points and should be modified and added to wherever necessary)

1. Fulfil the Transport Needs of the YEET Project

• Carry out the driving requirements of the Project, as directed by the Project Coordinator, who is responsible for the coordination of vehicle use.
• Report any uncoordinated instructions or grievances resulting from being unduly pressurised, to the Project Coordinator.
• Conduct trips using the shortest possible routes. Unnecessary deviations and multiple trips should be avoided.
• Ensure that every trip is recorded on the vehicle log sheets.

1. Ensure the Safety of the YEET Staff

• Drive responsibly and safely at all times.
• Drop-off (and arrange to pick-up) staff only where it is safe to do so.

Maintain the Safety & Security of the Project Vehicle Fleet

• Ensure the vehicle(s) is in good working order. Regularly check lights, indicators, brakes, tyre pressures, oil, battery and radiator.  Report any defects to the Supervisor.
• Ensure that vehicle(s) always has sufficient fuel.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle(s). Regularly wash vehicle(s), inside and out.
• Follow the correct procedure in the event of an accident.

1. Understand the SOS Organisation

• Become familiar with the background, philosophy, principles, policies and structure of the SOS organisation.
• Understand the different roles of the SOS staff team members.

1. General

• Perform any other reasonable and lawful duties, as assigned by supervisor.
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the financial and administrative policies and procedures of the Association.
• Partake and take a lead in fundraising activities.

CHILD AND YOUTH SAFEGUADING RESPONSIBILITY

“Child and Youth Safeguarding is everybody’s business”

As an SOS employee, it is your responsibility to champion the effective implementation of the following Child and Youth Safeguarding principles in your work area:

• Complete all Child and Youth Safeguarding related courses
• Raising Awareness of Child and Youth Safeguarding

• Identifying and Mitigating Safeguarding Risks
• Prioritizing Children’s Best interest
• Promoting a reporting Culture