Introduction
The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.
The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Based in Copenhagen (Denmark) and present in forty countries, the Danish Refugee Council is a non-profit-making, politically independent, non-governmental and non-denominational relief organization.
Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.
- Background
DRC Cameroon began its operations in Cameroon in 2018 responding to the humanitarian needs of refugees from the Central African Republic (CAR) and vulnerable Cameroonians in the Adamawa region. Currently, DRC operates with a regional office in Meiganga and two sub-offices in Djohong (Adamawa region) and Garoua-Boulai (East region). Interventions focus on finding durable solutions for the most vulnerable, using the holistic graduation approach to enhance both protection and economic recovery. Subsequently, in late 2018, DRC began its activities in the South West region of Cameroon in late 2019 to respond to the needs of forcibly displaced persons in the context of the Anglophone crisis, commencing humanitarian activities in January 2019. DRC operates in the Meme, Fako, Kupe-Manenguba and Ndian divisions with an office in Buea and a sub-base in Kumba. Programming focuses on rural and hard-to-reach areas to meet people’s basic needs for food, shelter and NFI, while improving the protective environment and providing income-generating opportunities.
2)Purpose
The objectives of this position is to perform the driving of DRC vehicles and ensure the safety of staff, looking after the vehicle assign to you and ensuring that DRC driving rules and regulations as well as those of the Republic of Cameroon are strictly adhered to. Under the direct supervision of the Supply Chain Team Leader based in Buea, the driver’s role will be to provide support in driving vehicles for staff and partner movements, as well as transporting various materials and supplies in the project implementation area.
3)Duties and Responsibilities
a)Driving
- Responsible for any vehicle he/she is driving, transporting authorized DRC staff on official duty and cargo to the points of destination
- Adjust its driving speed according to road conditions and drives more carefully in poor road and weather conditions.
- Ensure the vehicle has all mandatory documentation (carte rose, registration certificate, insurance, etc.).
- Fill out the vehicle logbook and ensure passenger signature for every trip
- Make sure a discharge of responsibility for any non-DRC person boarding the vehicle is filled
b)Maintenance
- Perform daily vehicle check (engine oil, brake oil, tire pressure, wiper fluid, radiator fluid, etc…).
- Fill the daily check sheet and notify the problems encountered
- Inform his manager of any damage caused to the vehicle, any repairs or maintenance required.
- Perform all small necessary repairs for the proper functioning of the vehicle
- Keep the vehicle clean at all times (interior and exterior) and clean it regularly.
- Ensure the vehicle has all equipment and tools.
- Ensure the vehicle has a first aid kit up to date.
- Performs a monthly physical inventory of tools, equipment and first aid kit.
c)Loading/Unloading
- Loads/unloads the vehicle and makes sure to have taken all the necessary measures for the correct mooring of the load when moving the vehicle.
- Respects and enforces the total authorized weight for the load as well as the total number of authorized passengers in the vehicle.
d)Safety and security
- Responsible for the safety and security of people and goods transported in the vehicle
- Informs the safety manager in the event of a problem on the road
- Ensure the vehicle is always at minimum half a tank and refueled when necessary.
- Responsible for ensuring that all passengers fasten their seat belts.
- Ensures that the vehicle has all stickers stuck on the vehicle (DRC, no weapons, etc.).
- Ensures the vehicle has signaling tools (triangle, fluorescent safety jacket, etc…).
- Respect and comply with DRC’s instructions in the event of road checks or in the event of a roadblock by armed elements.
- Implement duties in line with the DRC Code of Conduct and represent DRC in a good way
- Respect for national and DRC driving rules and regulations.
The responsibilities listed above are not exhaustive and may be readjusted according to operational needs but will remain in line with the overall purpose of the role.
4)Required Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license (category D)
- At least First School Leaving Certificate and be able to read and write English;
- Fluency in local language ((Pidgin)
- Proven 6 years of experience as driver (Provide labor contracts or attestation of work)
- Proven 2 years of driving experience with an INGO (Provide labor contracts or attestation of work)
- Proven experience with LHD 4×4 vehicle such as Toyota Hardtop and Pickup
- Basic knowledge in vehicle repairs and maintenance
- Moto Driving License will be considered an asset
- Ability to work under pressure, maintain calm and cooperative attitude at all times
- Knowledge of local areas and willingness to work in a challenging security environment
- Security and safety training is a plus
- Must be able to maintain high level of confidentiality regarding work-related information and dataHave a good knowledge of the Southwest and Northwest Region.
- Be self-motivated, have moral integrity and be able to work under pressure;
- Be available to work outside normal working hours;
- Team spirit and ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with co-workers
5)Required Skills & Qualities
- In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
- Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process
- Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback
- Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation
- Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly
- Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment
- Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment
- Proven analytical and critical thinking skills
- Team-oriented & good sense of humor
6)General Regulations
- The employee shall follow DRC instructions on safety, confidentiality and ethical guidelines, including the Code of Conduct and the Humanitarian Accountability Framework
- Employee should not engage in any other paid activity during the DRC contract period without prior authorization
- Employee should not engage in any activity that could harm DRC or the implementation of any project during the DRC contract period
- Employee should not give interviews to the media or publish project-related photos or other material without prior authorization
- Employee shall return all borrowed equipment for the project to DRC after the end of the contract period or upon request
Application Process
Are you interested? Then apply for this position online* All applicants must send a cover letter, an updated CV (no longer than 3 pages), and a document containing 03 references including name, phone number email address of the referees. Out the 03, at least 01 must be a recent line manager. All must be in English**.**
DRC provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. DRC encourages all applicants to apply and does not practice any discrimination in any recruitment process.
However, candidates should take into consideration that the DRC cannot employ, under an international contract, a national of the country in which he/she will be working (in this case, the Republic of the Cameroon).
For more information about the Danish Refugee Council, please visit the organization’s website at drc.ngo.
Applications will close on 07/01/2025 at 5pm WAT. However, it is possible for the DRC to start the recruitment process even before the advertisement is closed, if an application meets the expectations and requirements of the position.
