Driver -Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

SNV is a not-for-profit international development organization. Founded in the Netherlands 50 years ago, we have built a long-term, local presence in more than 26 of countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Our global team of local and international advisors work with local partners to equip communities, businesses, and organizations with the tools, knowledge and connections they need to increase their incomes and gain access to basic services – empowering them to break the cycle of poverty and guide their own development.

SNV, Netherlands Development Organization, is operating in Ethiopia since the 1970s. Currently, SNV is working in eight regional states and the two city administrations of Ethiopia, providing technical assistance and program implementation in Agriculture, WASH, and Energy Sectors. SNV is an open and learning organization that focuses on improving the lives of Ethiopian through a market-based approach inclusive of women and youth. In its Strategic Plan period, SNV will more explicitly aim for systems change including strengthening institutions and kick-starting markets that help many more to escape poverty beyond our projects.

For more information on SNV’s operations, visit our website: www.snv.org.

Purpose of the job

The position holder is responsible to transport staff, visitors or errands to destination, based on requests and conform safety and traffic regulations, in order to contribute to timely and safely arrival. Coordinates fleet management and ensures regular maintenance of vehicles including information on vehicle insurances and taxes.

     Key Responsibilities

• Have end responsibility for use of car, clean and fuel vehicle, check inventory (e.g. first aid kit, second tire etc.) and status of the vehicle, identify any damage and report these to supervisor, arrange and keep track of periodical service schedule and insurance.
• Drive passengers or deliver errands within the identified areas, following the traffic regulations, safety instructions and situations and based on the travel arrangements of the passengers and/or delivery requirements.
• Regularly check and maintain the main maintenance areas (e.g. oil, tire pressure etc.), identify technical malfunctions, check potential repair alternatives, conduct repairs to the vehicles and/or send for repair, in consultation with the supervisor in case of complex and/or costly repair.
• Keep logbook of all driving activities, fuel and any incidents and accidents.
• Ensure insurances and taxes of vehicles are up to date.
• Execute activities to support others based on request, like assist in logistic activities, or support in maintenance of building.
• Pick up and deliver messages, documents, packages and other items between offices or departments within an establishment or directly to other business concerns, based on requests.
• Conform safety and traffic regulations, in order to timely and safely arrival
• Plan transport, coordinate drivers, contact and contract suppliers and garages for maintenance and services, ensure valid insurances for fleet and check and document valid driver license of all persons driving SNV Vehicles.

Education and Experience:

• 12th or 10th grade complete and at least five years of experience as a Driver.
• Must have 3rd grade renewed and valid driving license.
• Having Diploma in Auto-mechanics is an advantage.
• Technical knowledge of vehicles and basic maintenance.
• Experience in an INGO environment.
• Be reliable, punctual, committed and self-motivated.

Contract Type: National

Expected start date: As soon as possible.

Duty Station:  Addis Ababa

Contract Duration: One year with the possibility of extension based on performance and budget availability.

Working at SNV 

SNV offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package; for internationals, we offer an international benefits package and to Ethiopian nationals, we offer a competitive national package. We also offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from, and contribute to, an internal global network of experts.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking on the I’m Interested and completing your application in our in-house recruitment system before or on 12 February 2023.

All information will be in the strictest confidence and in accordance to GDPR.  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We will require that you provide us with full details of three people who are willing to act as a referee.  We will not contact these referees without your explicit permission.

Women candidates are encouraged to apply.