Driver at ICRC - International Committee of the Red Cross

Under the direct supervision of the Dispatcher in Yola, the light vehicle driver transports people and goods in a timely and safely manner, in accordance with ICRC rules and regulations and national traffic laws.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Drives light vehicles to transport people and/or material in strict adherence to internal security rules and national traffic laws.
• Constantly monitors security conditions on the road and report to his/her line manager.
• Ensures that assigned vehicle equipment, general functioning and body condition and ensures that it is kept fuelled and clean inside and out.
• Checks that trips have been authorized where necessary before proceeding.
• Reports accidents, defects and/or missing equipment to Dispatcher immediately.
• Checks that all vehicle documentations are correct and on board, as well as non-filled Waiver of liability Responsibility and Handover form.
• Transports people and/or goods, including for the evening and weekend duties as required.
• Load and unload cargos for delivery as requested to the correct destination especially during field trip.
• Adapts the way of driving to the weather and road conditions.
• Proactively reports any danger or incidents related to security and road safety situation to the Team Leader during field trips, and to his supervisor (Dispatcher) back at the delegation.
• Ensures that unauthorized passengers or goods are not carried in ICRC vehicles.
• Informs Dispatcher about service, tools equipment missing, maintenance and other possible repairs needed in advance and fills in technical report.
• Fills in refuelling data in logbook and co-signs fuel book with fuel attendant for quantities received. Ensures that odometer reading, and vehicle code is stated on the invoices.
• May be asked to perform tasks not covered in this job description and to provide support to other departments when necessary

Education and Experience Required

• Secondary School/diploma
• 2 years of experience as a driver.
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Light / Heavy vehicle driving license held for at least five years.
• Mastering 4x4 driving, VHF radio system use, and basic mechanical skills
• Very good knowledge of the geographically assigned environment

Desired profile and Skills

• Willingness to strictly follow ICRC internal security and national traffic rules
• Good Planning, Organization & Assessment skills
• Good Communication (Ability to express views and ideas)

Sensitive to Security Management