The Driver is responsible to provide secure and timely driving services for the organization to transport staff, visitors, documents and/or goods ensuring safety of self, passengers, SP properties and records while efficiently maintaining and managing the assigned vehicle.  Assists the fleet officer and performs a variety of logistical tasks.

Key Responsibilities

·       Safely drive designated staff to desired locations.

·       Maintain proper knowledge and enforcement of local traffic laws and regulation.

·       Ensure passengers safety at all time.

·       Assist in running administrative errands as assigned by supervisor.

·       Ensure that the assigned vehicle is clean and fueled.

·       Make daily car checks to ensure that vehicle is in good running condition.

·       Keep complete and accurate logbooks on a daily basis

·       Give timely reports on state of vehicle for repairs and or any other arising matters that could impact safety

·       Facilitate travel activities, which may require nights spent out on field visits.

·       Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements

Skills Required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1.       Attention to detail, anticipation and follow up are core values of the job function.

2.       Possesses strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

3.       Must be a self-starter and internally driven to success and hard work.

4.       Possesses strong cross-cultural communication skills, both written and verbal.

5.       Must be a humble team player.

6.       Ability to be flexible and adaptable.

7.       Willingness to travel in and out of the field.

8.       High level of integrity and stewardship.

9.       Committed to the SP values and ethics.

10.   Knowledge of local directions and traffic standards.

Education / Experience Required

·       3rd Level driver’s license

·       At least High School complete (any college diploma or certificate in auto mechanic or related field is advantageous)

·       4 years and above relevant work experience. Working in NGO / humanitarian response is highly desired.

·       All required government documentation to legally operate a vehicle in designated locations.

Language

·       Amharic

·       English

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands will be dependent upon situation and event.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

o   Travelling: the duty station is in North Wollo but the role requires travelling to different areas in and out of the region.

o   Work in a security context that is fluid

This is a non-contractual document that can be varied from time to time as circumstances dictate. This job description is intended to summarize the main duties and responsibilities of the post; this is not intended to be a full and exhaustive list of tasks. All SP staff is expected to demonstrate flexibility and willingness to perform appropriate tasks when the need arises. 

The Employee should sign below to indicate that he/she understands and agrees to this job description.

How to Apply

Submit your updated CV (maximum of  2 pages  and application letter (one Page only) via email: hrspe@samaritan.org

N.B: Please write the position title you are applying for in the email subject line,  "Driver"