Casual Worker - Driver at Danish Refugee Council (DRC)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Be responsible for; the safe and duly authorised use of the vehicle assigned to them.
• Knowing in detail, and abiding by, all local laws pertaining to driving and road use, and all DRC driving rules and regulations (no passenger or superior may authorise or order violations of the traffic law).
• Adhering to all procedures and guidelines laid out in the in operation manual, including but not limited to the cleanliness, routine inspection, fault-reporting, maintenance needs of the vehicle assigned to them, and any incidents/accidents that befall that vehicle.
• Maintain accurate, legible, up-to-date and complete trip records in the log book of any vehicle they drive Immediately after completing the journey.
• Journey preparation of the vehicle assigned to them, including: general cleanliness and appearance; checks on spare tyre(s) and other equipment such as first aid kit, recovery kit, etc; communications checks; fuel/oil/water levels and tyre pressure checks; and safe and secure loading.
• Be responsible to inform the fleet/logistics officer of re-registrations and insurance procedures for all the vehicle fleet.
• Ensure the safety of passengers and vehicles at all times when on duty.
• Be responsible to inform the fleet/logistics Assistant of any signs for vehicle repairs.
• Ensure the respect of the Code of Conduct.

Experience and technical competencies

• SSCE, High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous Experience in a Humanitarian NGO as a driver of owned or hired fleet
• Able to independently handle the vehicle with minimal breakdown.
• Able to read and write
• Able to fill the vehicle log book and checklist.

Ideally, you should also have:

• Flexibility with working hours.
• A certificate in Defensive driving from an established driving school/firm is an added advantage.
• Hold a certificate (e.g trade certificate) in automobile mechanics is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
5th August, 2025