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The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Delegation in Ethiopia is looking to hire an experienced, highly motivated and qualified person to fill the position of Driver, based in Jigjiga.
Main Responsibilities
- Drives Trucks and Light Vehicles when requested to transport people and/or material in strict adherence to internal security rules and national traffic laws.
- Constantly monitors security conditions on the road.
- Ensures that goods are stored inside the vehicle according to local, international and ICRC safety standards (attachment and distribution of goods, etc.).
- Checks their assigned vehicle(s)’ equipment, general functioning and body condition and ensures that it is kept fuelled and clean inside and out.
- Checks that trips have been authorized where necessary.
- Immediately reports accidents, defects and/or missing equipment.
Job Requirements
Certifications/Education Required
- Secondary School Diploma/Certificate.
- 5th grade Driving License (eligible to drive heavy trucks) held for at least five years.
- Knowledge (spoken and written) of English,
- Knowledge of Somali language, knowledge of other local language(s) is an asset
Professional Experience Required
- Experience in a similar position an asset.
- Automobile maintenance experience (oil checks, changing tyres, etc.).
- Basic knowledge of mechanics.
- Good knowledge of the area of assignment.
How to Apply
you can submit application & CV with copies of relevant documents in person to the ICRC Sub Delegation in Jijiga or the Delegation in Addis Ababa (in front of EIAR, around Egziabher Ab Church, Megenagna) OR, send to the ICRC Delegation Addis Ababa, Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 5701, Addis Ababa.
Closing date for application: 15 November 2019
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
More Information
- Job City Jigjiga, Somali