Driver Afghanistan Herat
Transport staff and goods safely to designated destinations.
Overview
Transport staff and goods safely to designated destinations.
You have:
- High School Diploma required
- Valid driver's license
- Experience from working as a Driver in a humanitarian/recovery context
- Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
- Some knowledge of English
- Fluency in Arabic language
- Knowledge of mechanical repairs is an advantage
- Good communication skills
- Organisational and team working skills
- Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
Contract
This is a Professional contract, Grade 2 (NRC) contract. More about Professional contract, Grade 2 (NRC) contracts.
Purpose of the Job:
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.
For more information about this position , please click on Job Description and NRC Grade Structure.
Generic responsibilities:
- Transport NRC 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.
- Always respect the local traffic regulations and the NRC logistical/vehicle policies.
- Maintain the logbook for all trips.
- Always maintain the vehicle in proper operating condition, including keeping the vehicle clean,ensuring enough fuel, checking the technical status etc.
- In liaison with the line manager,arrange for repairs and servicing.
- Ensure the assigned vehicle has all the necessary documents and equipment.
- Provide logistical support during training and workshops.
- Report any breaches/concerns, in a confidential manner, through NRC SCO reporting channels.
Specific responsibilities:
- Deliver correspondence to other institutions.
- Process local purchases following NRC procedures (fuel,small maintenance, etc.)
- Perform other related duties requested by the management.
Professional Competencies Generic:
- High School Diploma required
- Valid driver's license
- 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 communication skills
- Organisational and team working skills.
- Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Highly approachable, trustworthy, and confidential
- Good knowledge of the area.
- Fluency in Arabic language
- Knowledge of mechanical repairs is an advantage.
Behavioural competencies:
- Handling insecure environments
- Working with people
- Coping with change
- Communicate with impact and respect.
Education:
- High School Diploma required
Personal Qualities:
- Planning and delivering results
- Communicating with impact and respect
- Handling insecure environment
- Empowering and building trust
Language:
- Dari
- English
- Pashto
We offer:
- Monthly Salary based on NRC Afghanistan Salary Scale.
- NRC has medical coverage for staff plus 4 dependents.
- Leave and Holidays accordingly Afghanistan Labour Law.
- Top up Credit card on monthly basis
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to handle an emergency situation while driving? | This question assesses your ability to handle unexpected situations and maintain safety. | Share a specific instance, detailing your actions and the outcome. |
| How do you ensure vehicle maintenance and safety checks are conducted? | The interviewer wants to understand your approach to maintaining operational efficiency and safety. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps do you take to comply with local traffic rules while driving in unfamiliar areas? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |