Driver Ukraine Dnipro

Transport staff and goods to designated locations safely

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Overview

Transport staff and goods to designated locations safely

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

Contract

This is a Professional contract, Grade 2 (NRC) contract. More about Professional contract, Grade 2 (NRC) contracts.

  1. Role and responsibilities

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.

Generic responsibilities (max 10)

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.

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

  10. 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. 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

2. Behavioural competencies (max 6)

These are personal qualities that influence how successful people are in their job. NRC’s Competency Framework states 12 behavioural competencies, and the following are essential for this position:

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

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a situation where you had to drive in an unfamiliar area? This question evaluates your adaptability and navigation skills under pressure. Share a specific example and focus on your problem-solving strategies.
What steps do you take to ensure vehicle safety and maintenance? The interviewer wants to know your commitment to vehicle care and safety standards. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle situations in which you feel unsafe while driving? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time you had to deliver urgent goods or materials. How did you handle it? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you respond to a request to transport someone with special needs? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 3 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: nrc.no