The Driver is responsible for transporting NRC staff, visitors, documents and goods/materials to designated destinations when officially approved within an area, country or other location.

Generic responsibilities

These responsibilities shall be the same for all positions with the same title. The responsibilities shall be short and essential. Details belong in the Work- and Professional Development Plan.

1. Transport NRC staff, visitors, documents and goods/materials to designated destinations when officially approved
2. Ensure the safety and security of the passengers, the goods and the vehicle
3. Immediately report accidents, breakdowns and needs of repair and general maintenance/service
4. Respect the local traffic regulations and the NRC logistical/vehicle policies at all times
5. Maintain the logbook for all trips
6. Maintain the vehicle in proper operating condition at all times, including keeping the vehicle clean, ensuring enough fuel, checking the technical state etc.
7. In liaison with the line manager, arrange for repairs and servicing
8. Ensure the assigned vehicle has all the necessary documents and equipment
9. Provide logistical support during trainings and workshops

Specific responsibilities

These responsibilities shall be adapted to the particularities of the job location and context, phase of operation, strategic focus and type of programme intervention. This section shall be revised whenever a new employee is hired or the context changes significantly.

• Deliver correspondences to other institutions
• Process local purchases following NRC procedures if required (fuel, small maintenance, etc.)
• Ensure all movement are reported as according to security (MOVCON) guidelines

Critical interfaces

By interfaces, NRC means processes and projects that are interlinked with other departments/units or persons. Relevant interfaces for this position are:

• CC project staff
• Staff Safety and Liaison Officer
• Finance, Procurement, HR and M&E support staff

1. Professional competencies

Generic professional competencies for this position:

• Valid driver’s license
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience from working as a Driver in a humanitarian/recovery context
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Some knowledge of English

Context related skills, knowledge and experience

• Good knowledge of the area and context in Benishangul Gumuz Region
• Good communication skills
• Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Highly approachable, trustworthy and confidential
• Knowledge of local languages is an added advantage
• Knowledge of mechanical repairs is an advantage

2. Behavioural competencies

• Handling insecure environments
• Working with people
• Coping with change
• Communicate with impact and respect