Driver

Category:  Logistics; Transport and Supply Chain
Location:  Jigjiga, Somali
Career Level:  Junior Level (1+ – 2 years experience)
Employment Type:  Full time
Salary:  As per the organization

Job Description

Scope:

Under the direct supervision of transport officer based at Jigjiga , the driver will work closely with the operation and program units to drive authorized vehicles for authorized purposes and closely keep the safety of the vehicle he/she drives, and be able to investigate minor vehicle problems.

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

Responsibilities:

  • Driving IRC’s vehicle as per IRC’s vehicle procedure.
  • Maintains and updated vehicle log sheet by filling in all required information properly and accurately.
  • Coordinates 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 required
  • Takes delivery of goods, supplies, etc on behalf of IRC as required.
  • Assists staff in translation
  • Follow up the periodic service of the vehicle and full fill the necessary condition for the maintenance on time.
  • Fill daily checklist and waiver if any.
  • Keep IRC’s Safety procedure.
Job Requirements

Requirements

  • 4/3 years of experience with high school graduate or TVET/Diploma
  • And safe driving ability and strictly adhering to IRC’s driving and vehicle management as well as government regulations.
  • NGO experience is a plus
  • General Knowledge of Auto mechanics is desirable
  • Good Off road and intra city driving skill
  • Good Communication skill in both writing and Speaking English
  • Able to pass IRC Driving test
  • Able to speak Somali language

How to Apply

Your application letter/cover letter must include the following information.

·         Name of the position you have applied for

·         Date of application

·         Summary of your qualifications and experience

·         Motivation/objective of why you have applied for the job

·         Permanent Address and present address (if different from permanent) and telephone number if possible, also email address

·         Disclose any family relationships with existing IRC employees.

 

Are any of your relatives employed by International Rescue committee (IRC)? If answer is “yes”, give the following information:  YES          NO

 

 

 

 

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  IRC is an equal employment opportunity employer.  IRC considers all applicants based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.