Driver Ethiopia Dollo Ado

Transport NRC staff and goods safely to designated destinations.

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NRC - Norwegian Refugee Council

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Jijiga (Ethiopia)

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Overview

Transport NRC staff and goods safely to designated destinations.

You have:

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
Geographical area knowledge
Fluency in Somali and English languages

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The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.

Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.

At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Together, we save lives and rebuild futures.

Safeguarding is central to NRC’s work. We expect all employees to:

• treat everyone with respect and dignity

• contribute to building a safe environment for all

• never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH)

• always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH

Role and responsibilities

The driver is responsible for safely transporting NRC staff/visitors and equipment/materials to approved destinations.

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
Respect the local traffic regulations and the NRC logistical, drivers and 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/direct supervisor, arrange for repairs and servicing
Ensure the assigned vehicle has all the necessary documents and equipment
Provide logistical support during trainings and workshops

Specific responsibilities

Ensure the assigned vehicle is always in good working condition and meets NRC safety and security standards
Facilitate movements of personal and good
Be flexible to work any shift during the 24 hrs day i.e., 08.00AM-4.00PM; 04.00PM – 12.00AM; 12.00AM- 08.00AM including weekends and public holidays.

Qualifications

Competencies

Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organisation to deliver desired results. They are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following two categories:

1. Behavioural competencies

Handling insecure environments
Working with people
Coping with change
Communicate with impact and respect

2. Professional competencies

These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance.

Generic professional competencies for this position:

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 (shall be adapted to the specific position):

Geographical area knowledge
Fluency in Somali and English languages

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Potential interview questions

Describe a time when you had to drive in a difficult and insecure environment. What steps did you take to ensure safety?	The interviewer wants to assess your experience and ability to handle challenging driving situations.	Share a specific experience, detailing the circumstances and the precautions you took.
How do you ensure that your vehicle is always in good working condition?	This question evaluates your maintenance habits and attention to vehicle safety.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of how you communicated effectively with passengers or team members during a trip?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you do when faced with unexpected roadblocks or detours?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell us about your experience working in diverse teams. How do you contribute to a respectful and inclusive environment?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle the stress of working irregular hours and shifts?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Give an example of a time when you had to report an accident or breakdown. What did you learn from that experience?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What steps do you take to comply with local traffic regulations and organizational policies?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.