Vacancy Announcement 

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance.

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The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Delegation in Ethiopia is looking to hire an experienced, highly motivated and qualified person to fill the position of Truck Driver based in Addis Ababa.

Term of employment - fixed term contract until 31st December 2023 with the possibility of extension based on budget to be available for the position.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Understands and adheres to the seven Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement

• Understands and adheres to the ICRC Code of Conduct

• Understands the roles of the components of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement

• Respects and observes staff regulations and security rules at all times

• Represents the ICRC in a professional manner at all times

• Develops and maintains a pleasant and conducive working environment with colleagues and line managers

• Performs all duties with the highest level of confidentiality in the interest of the employees and the ICRC

• May be asked to perform tasks not covered in this job description and to provide support to other departments when necessary

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Transport

• Transports ICRC cargo to and from different parts of the country

• Fills in logbook correctly after every trip Security

• Informs Truck Dispatcher about time of departure and return to the base

• Makes sure that vehicle is parked in safe area all the time

• Is aware of, and reacts to current security situations

• Respects ICRC internal security rules all times

• Respects the laws in general and traffic regulations in particular

• Use the safety belt and remind passenger to use it

• Drives only ICRC goods and personnel in ICRC vehicles unless instructed differently by superior

• Fills Waiver of liability when transporting non-ICRC passenger

• Fills in relevant field trip and other forms

• Avoids using mobile phones while driving and respects radio communication procedures

• Is aware of the rules concerning correct use of vehicle, and carriage of passengers and goods

Fuel

• Ensures that the truck is always refueled before parking at the end of the trip

• Drives in a manner that minimizes fuel consumption and maintains vehicle in good condition

• Fills in Logbook and report if any correctly with all relevant data for each trip.

• Handovers complete documentation to dispatcher at the end of the week.

Load responsibility

• Drives in a manner that will not damage cargo

• When applicable, ensures that custom and ICRC seals are intact

• Is present at the loading and unloading of goods and confirms that the quantity corresponds with relevant documentation

• Is responsible for goods documentation

• During unloading, presents documentation of the goods to the receiver to be signed and returns it to dispatcher or Warehouse responsible

• Participates in loading and unloading if needed

General

• Drives in safe, responsible and accident free manner

• Adapts the way of driving to the weather and road conditions

• Reports to dispatcher about road conditions, eventual problems etc.

• Reports vehicle accidents immediately using appropriate forms (including minor scratches)

• Checks the mechanical condition of the truck before trips: fluid levels, wheels, tyres, lights, inspects for eventual leaking of fuel and oil

• Checks vehicle equipment upon each handover and once a week

• Maintains the truck interior clean at all times

• Is able to change tyre, bulb and to make small repair on the road if needed

• Is responsible for equipment, tools, chains, spare tyres placed in the truck and reports any changes to dispatcher

• Informs dispatcher about service, maintenance and other possible repairs needed at least 3 days in advance

• During the trips, monitors all cabin instruments to be able to promptly react if needed

• Assists driver colleagues in case of breakdown

• Checks that all vehicle documentations are correct and on board, as well as non-filled Waiver of Responsibility and Handover form.

• When required, acts as translator/FO for the delegate

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Checks that trips have been authorized where necessary.

• Immediately reports accidents, defects and/or missing equipment to management.

• an act as head of convoy as needed (in charge of the driver(s), application of security rules and timeframe for the convoy).

Job Requirements

Minimum Certification / Education Required

• High school graduate

• Driving license 5th grade

• Capacity to use HF / VHF radio communication devices is an asset

• Good command of spoken English languages

Professional Experience Required

• Minimum of 3 years’ work experience in a similar function with good record in INGOs & NGOs

• Basic mechanical skills

• Ability to change a tyre and carry out other minor repairs (e.g. change light bulbs) on the road

How to Apply

Applicants shall submit their electronic CVs and cover letter through This Link

Closing date: September 25, 2023

Women applicants are highly encouraged to apply.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted at all stages of the selection process.