Driver at Solidarites International

Mission / Objectives

• The driver uses Solidarités International vehicles and/or boats for transporting goods and people, according to Solidarités International procedures.
• He/she makes all journeys in accordance with established schedules.

Job
List of main tasks:
Care / vehicle maintenance/monitoring:

• Maintain the vehicle and his/her equipment and ensure the safety of all passengers
• Take part in the basic upkeep of the vehicle, carry out up-to-date care and maintenance of the vehicle according to established procedures and immediately inform his/her line manager of any problems
• Keep the vehicle clean
• Fill in the log-book and monitoring documents
• Supervise the loading and unloading of the vehicle as well as the organization and safety of packages in his/her vehicle.

Security:

• Respect the traffic rules, speed limits and braking distances and adjust his/her speed according to road conditions
• He/she must wear a seat belt, safety helmet or lifejacket at all times and make sure that all passengers follow this rule
• Ensure that visibility equipment is available onboard the vehicle
• Follow the established procedure in the case of an accident
• Before each journey, check that all vehicle documentation, a break-down kit, and other safety equipment is onboard the vehicle and that the communications equipment is in good working order
• Keep base informed by radio of his/her movements and listen to HF and VHF radio
• Stay close to the vehicle and be available at all times
• Ensure that passengers and vehicle return before nightfall
• Ensure that there is enough fuel for each trip
• Do not carry passengers who do not belong to the organization unless a disclaimer has been signed, in agreement with the line manager
• Do not carry passengers carrying arms or wearing military uniform
• Park the vehicle in a suitable place, ‘ready to leave’.

Profile Forsaken

• Education: minimum of ND in transportation or any other field.
• Personal abilities: expert in driving, strong sight vision, ability to read and write.
• Professional experience: Minimum of 1 year experience in similar position (NGO/Private or public sector)
• Languages: English and local languages
• Personal qualities: reliable, honest, very good organization, resistant to stress, good interpersonal skills (communication), team player.
• Technical competencies: valid driver’s licence and certificate of driving from recognized driving school.

What we offer 

• Salary + transport & housing allowance + Leave allowance+ social benefits (medical coverage, 24 days of Annual leaves per year, compassionate leaves, public holidays as announced by government, festive bonus, medical insurance, Life insurance - covering death and permanent disability) etc.