SOS Children’s Villages Ethiopia is an International Non-governmental organization and a member of SOS Children’s Villages International Federation. The organization started its humanitarian work with the opening of its first Village in Mekelle, Northern part of Ethiopia in 1974. The organization has been providing life-saving provisions such as food, water and health services for a very significant number of children devastated by severe drought and the subsequent famine.

Today, we have grown significantly to meet the persistent challenges that confront Ethiopian children who have lost parental care and are at risk of losing their parental care. Working in close collaboration with international donors, local government and community based organizations across seven program locations; SOS Children’s Villages Ethiopia aspires that every child grows up with love, respect and security.

Why we need you?

We are looking for Driver who is  responsible for day to day maintenance of the assigned vehicle and adhere to SOS Children's villages policies and procedures.  

 What we provide...

An amazing work environment that promotes personal growth through providing professional space to grow and advance your career!!

Your role....

As a Driver, you will be in charge of the following:

• Carries out the driving requirements of the Project/program  as directed by the Manager HR &Operations.

• Keeps car clean and checks regularly light, indicators, brakes, tyre pressure, oil, battery and radiator. Reports any defects to HR OP, Manager

• Drives safely at all times and observes traffic rules, keeps records of trips in logbook.

• Reports immediately any car accident to police and the Manager, HR and OP.

• If vehicle is to be repaired, follows-up the repair work and Programs general check-ups of cars.

• Ensures the annual car inspection is fulfilled on time before the Road Transport Authority’s deadline.

• Keeps properly vehicle documents.

• Performs other similar duties as assigned.

Child Safeguarding

• Responsible to take part in  awareness raising sessions and capacity building trainings in relation to Child Safeguarding to prevent and protect children and young people from all forms of abuse, abandonment, exploitation, violence and discrimination

• Support children and young people to make them understand the CS risks and protection mechanisms

• Responsible to report any CS suspicion, concern, allegation or incident immediately, following Child Safeguarding reporting procedures. CS reports should be made to the CS team at programme level and/or to the respective line manager  

Job Requirements

Education

• Certificate of technical training or at least grade 10 complete

• 4 years of experience working in similar position

• Working at NGOs as well as international organizations is an advantage.

Competence -Knowledge and Skills

• Driving License (grade 3-5)

• Very good Interpersonal skill at all levels of staff and high level of integrity

• Good knowledge in logistics and minor vehicle repair

How to Apply

Apply using THIS LINK

Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply

"Our selection process is a reflection of our engagement and dedication to acquire talents that promote a safe and enabling environment for children and young people."