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Role Purpose

Proper handling and safe keeping of the assigned vehicle handling materials and facilities in his custody in his due care driving the vehicle as per the traffic rule. Follow up annual registration of vehicle. Equipped the vehicle with the necessary materials like first aid kit, fire extinguisher and jack with accessory, provide the transportation service for staff while they are assigned for mission

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Receiving the vehicle with its accessories by hand-over documents and signs hand-over formats for receipt of vehicle with its accessories

• Providing driving services to the Coordinators, managers, staff members, visitors and guests from head Office
• Handles clients with due care and respect. Respects the faith and culture of different communities
• Respects the rules and regulations of departure and arrival hours according to logistic manual
• Handles confidential matters with due care and in consultation with senior staff.
• Maintains records of logbook for all journeys undertaken, fuel consumed, repair costs and ensures the logbook is available for inspection at any time
• Before starting the vehicle’s engine each day, checks the level of engine oil, radiator, and windscreen washer water are adequate, etc
• On weekly basis, checks the level of brake and clutch oil, battery water and the pressure of tires is at the proper levels, and also ensures that all lights and indicators are working properly
• Ensures that the assigned vehicle is not driven by another person unless authorized
• When assigned, assists in local purchasing/expediting activities
• Maintaining all safety and security measures to the vehicle under his/her care.
• Ensuring that the vehicle assigned to him/her is clean, fuelled, lubricated and regularly serviced as per schedule.
• Keeps all tools and reserve tyre with due care. Handles the vehicle and other related accessories and materials with due care
• Cleans seat belts each day and wears the same all times and insists all passengers to do the same
• Carry out minor vehicle maintenance at specified intervals and keep thorough maintenance logos for each vehicle.
• Have the SCI logo visibly displayed on all SCI vehicles, except where this would jeopardize staff safety or be inappropriate to specific local circumstances.
• Park in safe and secure areas all SCI vehicles during working and non-working hours. Parks the vehicle in safe place during night.
• Undertakes minor repair of the vehicle
• Report accidents as occurred immediately
• Adheres to rules and regulations of Save the Children International.
• Respects the traffic rules and regulations strictly
• Performs other related tasks as require

General

• Comply with Save the Children policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.

•  Completion of 12th grade or 10th grade with current educational system Preferable diploma in auto mechanics or equivalent.
• Own at least third grade valid driving license.
• Recommended a minimum of [3] years in driving , vehicle management experience in a Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
•  Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets
•  Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
•  Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
•  Able to communicate in English, both verbal and written, preferred
•  Commitment to Save the Children values

We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector. The duty station of the position holder will be in Bahir Dar. This role is offered on the basis of national terms and conditions only.

The Organisation
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.