·         drives safely and carefully, observing the speed limits and traffic rules; takes extra caution in bad weather or if the road is in bad condition.

·         follows the Vehicle Management Guidelines and ensures that all passengers do the same, especially with regard to wearing seat belts;

·         immediately informs the Logistics Coordinator about any deviations from the schedule or changes in ETA or ETD;

·         updates vehicle logbooks/sheets, trip- and fuel records and ensures that they are signed appropriately;

·         makes timely requests for refuelling and performs the necessary administration;

·         always carries a valid driving license while driving;

·         Ensures assigned vehicles are checked every morning for operation of electrical systems, water levels, oil level, brake & clutch fluids level, and accessories are available e.g., jack, spare wheel, wheel spanner, mats, first aid kits, fire extinguishers etc

·         performs daily vehicle checks according to checklist/instruction, and every week inspect assigned vehicles and accessories and fill out the inspection form

·         ensures that the vehicle is in good condition and equipped with the necessary tools and safety materials as well as routinely checks the validity of insurance and next service time and promptly advice the Logistics Coordinator;

·         Maintains cleanliness of all assigned vehicles (inside and outside)

·         Maintains clean personal grooming habits and be in uniform at all times.

·         Ensure vehicle has adequate fuel and is fueled at ¼ tank unless proceeding to the field and recording the quantity & km reading on the Log sheet.

·         Plan ahead to meet anticipated field travel requirements e.g. fueling, pre-field checks, travel documents, vehicle expenses, and any other documents

·         Liaise and prepare well in advance in collaboration with persons travelling well ahead for packing instructions, timings etc

·         Report all vehicle costs incurred while in the field to the Logistics Coordinator.

·         Report and make booking for routine servicing of assigned vehicles well in advance to the Logistics Coordinator

·         Report any accidents, damages, loss of items, defecting, and incidents no matter how small or slight to the Logistics Coordinator on arrival or on noting them using the vehicle defect form.

·         Report/communicate immediately any route changes while driving staff transport/field to the Logistics Coordinator due to security, bad weather and road conditions as the situation arises.

·         Participate in orientation of new Transport staff and assist them in settling down.

·         Give feedback on training one has attended that may be beneficial to all.

·         Comply with and observe the Ethiopian Traffic Law & organization’s policies on driving at all times.

·         Ensure all details on the Log sheets are filled out (date, time, km readings, fuel details), promptly collect used sheets at the end of every month or when filled up, to avoid loss or defacing.

·         Attend regular meetings and actively participate in discussions.

·         Measure and evaluate own performance when required and overall performance at the end of the year.

·         is responsible for the correct loading and unloading of the vehicle;

·         secures and guards the vehicle while outside the Country Office premises;

·         Ensures that the vehicle is not on the road between 7:00 pm and 6:00 am and that all exceptions of this rule have been approved by the Logistics Coordinator or his / her representative

Essential

·         Completion of Secondary school education

·         Valid 3rd grade or above Driver’s License with no history of major accidents within the last 3 years.

·         Minimum 3 years professional experience in a similar position.

·         Substantial field experience in driving throughout Ethiopia specially in Gambella

Desirable

 ·         Ability to speak at least two languages Local (spoken in Gambella).

·         very good familiarity with the area the project/program is situated

·         Good knowledge of field level realities of humanitarian NGOs work