Vacancy Number: DCA-Eth/010/2021    

Dan Church Aid (DCA) is a Danish Humanitarian and Development organization working to assist and empower people affected by poverty and disasters to live a life in dignity. In Ethiopia, DCA’s area of works include Humanitarian response, Food security, Resilience building of vulnerable community members and Gender and capacity building of civil society organizations.

DanChurchAid (DCA) office in Ethiopia wants to recruit a Driver for its Bale Field Office in Robe.

Under the supervision of DCA Bale Field Office Representative, the Driver will be responsible for handling driving and general service duties.

Main responsibilities of the position holder:

• Provide transport services according to the required activities and needs;
• Ensure the vehicle is maintained and in good working condition and that timely service of the vehicles are carried out;
• Keep an updated vehicle log-book;
• Report to DCA Country office whenever incidences are happened on vehicle and/or passengers;
• Check security situation and road conditions before departure;
• Immediately report to DCA and/or insurance company or agent any accident or damage to the vehicle as deemed necessary;
• Ensure the neatness and safety of the vehicle;
• Ensure that the correct loading and unloading of the vehicle is followed;
• Ensure the required tools and materials are requested and available for use;
• Provide any related services assigned by the supervisor

Type of Contract: One year with the possibility of extension

Reporting to: Bale field office representative 

Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Requirements

Minimum required qualifications: 

• Secondary school graduate
• Valid 3^rd Grade driving license (old curriculum) or Public 2 driving license (new curriculum).
• Five years driving experience (4x4) including remote areas especially in lowland Bale.
• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair is mandatory.
• Demonstrated experience travelling to hardship areas with longer stay.
• Good command of verbal English and ability to write short report
• Excellent interpersonal skills to promote effective collaboration within DCA team and across member and partner organizations.
• Strong personal integrity and commitment to accountability.
• Proven record of accident-free driving is a plus.
• Knowledge of Afan Oromo language is mandatory
• NGO Experience;

Desirable

• Training in Auto mechanics; 
• NGO experience;
• Ability to work in Multi-cultural environment;

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants should apply for the post via the given link DCA is an equal opportunity employer and all interested candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of age, race, gender, marital status and religious, political or ethnic affiliation. Please do not mention your religious or ethnic affiliation in your application. 

Female candidates with relevant educational backgrounds and experience are highly encouraged to apply.