About us

Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 19 organizations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. 

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organization.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By applying, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Our Team

The Tigray Response Team is composed of national and international staff with wide experience in developing and implementing WASH, EFSVL, Protection, and Gender programs. It has a business support team providing high-quality operational support in a way that recognizes, supports, and addresses the needs of the program, whilst ensuring that Oxfam’s policies, procedures, and minimum standards are adhered to and applied fairly at all times

The Logistics Team is part of the business support team accountable for ensuring that all operational procedures of Administration and Logistics are adhered to and implemented in a manner that is compliant with Oxfam policies, standards, and procedures. In particular, the team provides professional, business-focused service on logistics, delivering a proactive and solutions-based approach for resolving issues. The team will also ensure that the operational business requirements are effectively managed to deliver organizational results and support the achievement of program outcomes.  

Job purpose

The Drivers work as part of the logistics team and their main purpose is to ensure the safe conveyance of staff and supplies/materials/equipment to authorized destinations. They are responsible for proper vehicle use, cleanliness/hygiene, roadworthiness and advise the line managers if some concerns/issues should be reviewed or fixed in the vehicles.  Security and safety in the vehicles are very important and therefore, any information needed/available in this regard should be provided to passengers and line managers.

Core details

Location: Butajira, SNNP Region, Ethiopia

Salary: As per the Oxfam benefit package

Internal Grade: F1, National

Job Family: Property & Logistics

Contract type: Fixed-Term contract for 6 months with possibility of extension. 

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week. This is a full-time role; however, Oxfam offers various flexible arrangements which candidates can discuss with the Recruiting Manager at the interview stage

This role reports to: Logistics Officer

Staff reporting to this post: N/A

The annual budget  for the post: N/A

Key relationships/interactions: Line manager, other business support and program staff, and partner staff

Screening checks: All successful candidates will be screened through Refinitiv World-Check One to comply with counter-terrorism and financial sanctions regulations.

References: Should you be successful and not already employed by Oxfam GB, we will require a minimum of two references covering five years of employment history.

DBS checks (for roles based in the UK): It is a requirement in the UK for a new DBS check at the enhanced level for every new member of staff who works directly with or has regular contact with, children or vulnerable adults in the UK (consistent with DBS guidance and relevant law).

N/A

Key responsibilities

Driving

• Drive at a speed that is adjusted to the road and weather conditions, and to drive with consideration for the safety of the passengers, other road users, the load, and the technical state of the vehicle.
• Ensure maximum speed limit (80KM/Hr) is not passed at all times.
• Wear a seat belt and ensuring that all passengers also wear their seatbelts at all times when the vehicle is in motion.
• Decide whether or not to attempt to cross a difficult section of road, to continue after a technical defect has been detected, or to delay the travel.
• Immediately notify his superior as well as the local authorities in case of an accident in which he is involved.
• Place the car keys on the dashboard when the car is parked.
• Support staff members including but not limited to Finance, Logistics, Human Resources, and programs in the dispatching and collecting of a wide range of documents, assets, and materials as and when required.

Administration

• Keep his/her driving license valid and ready for inspection.
• Make sure all necessary vehicle documents (e.g. insurance, registration documents, etc.) are present in the vehicle and up to date
• Ensure that they have the necessary travel permits and documents for each journey.
• Correctly fill in the vehicle logbook with details of each journey.

General

• Ensure correct loading and unloading of the vehicle considering the maximum loading capacity, proper distribution, and securing of the load.
• Keep the vehicle assigned to him clean and road-worthy
• Refuel the vehicle whenever necessary or when the level gets below half of the tank capacity.
• Carry out the necessary daily and weekly check-ups as specified in (program transport or vehicle policy)
• Ensure the safe parking, whenever possible in an Oxfam compound, of the vehicle at night, during breaks, and when it is not in use.
• Verify the presence at all-time in the car of the vehicle logbook, discharge of responsibility forms, the tools and spare parts as mentioned and signed for by him/her in the logbook, a complete first aid kit, and spare tyre (s) in good condition.
• Be aware of radio procedures and operations, and act as a mobile radio operator with the vehicle.
• Perform any other duties as requested by his/her manager.

Oxfam general:

• Actively participate in the implementation of Performance Management. Including objective setting, performance review, upward feedback, and personal development plans. Ensuring relevant aspects of Oxfam.
• Ensure implementation of Oxfam operational policies, procedures, and guidelines, especially gender equity, in all aspects of Oxfam’s work. With support from technical advisors and program service staff as needed.
• Be a member of Oxfam’s team; participating in appropriate staff meetings, planning sessions, and ongoing liaising as needed.

Job Requirements

Essential - Experience, Knowledge, Qualifications & Competencies

 Desirable

 Key Attributes

 Organizational Values

• Secondary school education or equivalent (at least).
• Experience of 5 years as a driver in an international organization and experience in driving four-wheel-drive vehicles.
• Good maneuvering skill of 4WD vehicles.
• Have a valid driving license Grade 3 and above.
• Auto mechanics training and ability to conduct minor repairs.
• Proven experience of driving in terrain conditions and mountainous areas.
• Matured, hardworking, enthusiastic, and helpful to people.
• Share Oxfam’s development values, especially, gender sensitivity and respect for all.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to adjust to changing situations while maintaining focus on delivery and follow-through
• Knowledge of Oxfam systems in logistics.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as the commitment to equal opportunities.
• Ability to demonstrate an openness and willingness to learn about the application of gender/gender mainstreaming, women’s rights, and diversity for all aspects of development work.
• Commitment to undertake Oxfam’s safeguarding training and adherence to relevant policies to ensure all people who come into contact with Oxfam are as safe as possible.

 Accountability – Our purpose-driven, results-focused approach means we take responsibility for our actions and hold ourselves accountable. We believe that others should also be held accountable for their actions

Empowerment – Our approach means that everyone involved with Oxfam, from our staff and supporters to people living in poverty, should feel they can make change happen

Inclusiveness – We are open to everyone and embrace diversity. We believe everyone has a contribution to make, regardless of visible and invisible differences

Note to candidates: Shortlisted candidates will be assessed on our organizational values and attributes at the interview stage. The successful candidate(s) will be expected to adhere to our code of conduct. We encourage candidates to read and understand our code of conduct here.

How to Apply

As part of your online application, please upload your up-to-date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile through www.ethiojobs.net or using Oxfam's internal application portal on or before 09 May 2021.

Your application will be shortlisted based on your CV and your responses to the above questions. You need not comment on your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.