Driver

Transport IRC staff, visitors, and goods to designated destinations.

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Overview

Transport IRC staff, visitors, and goods to designated destinations.

You have:

  • Valid driver’s license
  • Experience from working as a Driver in a humanitarian/recovery context preferred
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities

Job Description

OBJECTIVES:

All IRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships. The Driver is responsible for transporting IRC staff, visitors, documents and goods/materials to designated destinations when officially approved within an area, country or other location.

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.

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

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

- Valid driver’s license - Experience from working as a Driver in a humanitarian/recovery context preferred - Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts - Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities

Qualifications

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time you had to manage a breakdown or accident while driving? This question assesses your problem-solving skills and your ability to remain calm under pressure. Share a specific incident, focusing on the steps you took to handle the situation and ensure safety.
How do you ensure that your vehicle is always ready for operation? The interviewer wants to know about your approach to vehicle maintenance and safety checks. Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you do to stay updated on local traffic regulations? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 3 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org