Driver and Purchaser - Lebanon Programme

Legal Action Worldwide (LAW) is a unique non-profit network and think tank of lawyers which provides creative legal assistance in fragile and conflict-affected areas and places national lawyers at the forefront of legal change.

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Lebanon Programme

Since September 2018, a consortium led by Euromed Feminist Initiative is implementing a multi-country project “Strengthening access to protection, participation and services for women refugees, IDPs and host communities”, funded by the EU Regional Trust Fund in Response to the Syrian Crisis – MADAD. The overall objective is to improve the livelihood, agency and legal and social protection for Syrian women refugees, IDPs and host communities in the region, with focus on Lebanon, Iraq (Kurdistan Region) and Jordan. 

In Lebanon the project is implemented by a consortium composed of Euromed Feminist Initiative, Care International in Lebanon, Lebanese Democratic Women Gathering and Legal Action Worldwide. The objectives are to enhance security and resilience for Syrian women refugees and women from host communities in Lebanon through supporting and coordinating comprehensive and structured services and referral mechanisms, as well as to support national institutions in their work towards more gender sensitive policy frameworks and legislation.

LAW is focusing on the provision of legal aid, access to justice for survivors of sexual violence and support to the reform of legislation and policy. Legal aid services are provided by lawyers and Legal Information Officers (LIOs). 

LAW seeks an experienced driver who will be in charge of transporting team members performing programme activities from one location to another as well as purchasing goods as required by the logistics and programs team efficiently and cost effectively. In addition, the driver must have a security background to ensure the safety of passengers and purchased items.

Functions/ Key Deliverables expected:

1. Passenger safety and security of transported materials/equipment

• Driving to assure the safety of staff members ', LA equipment and road/street users
• Driving according to the Lebanese road rules and respecting speed limits
• Always wearing safety belt while driving and ensuring all passengers do the same
• A valid driving license and always having it ready for inspection
• Ensuring that all necessary documents are valid and renewed before the expiration date (yearly road safety check, registration of main drivers with the rental company, etc.)

2. Maintenance of the vehicle

• Checking on a regular basis the vehicle's conditions; motor, oil level, breaks liquid, air pressure of wheels, wind shield liquid, etc.
• Alerting direct supervisor in case of technical problem or need for maintenance
• Organizing or if possible, carrying out of any necessary maintenance after validation of direct supervisor
• Ensuring the vehicle is kept clean on the inside and outside
• Conducting a weekly check to ensure all necessary equipment and material is present in the vehicle and in good condition (tools, spare wheel, airlift, belts, ropes, etc.)

3.  Purchasing    

• Purchasing goods for the mission, following LA procurement and financial policy and under the guidance of the head of logistics and drivers

The Driver/ Purchaser will be required to:

• Ensure that the suppliers fill in all receipts/invoices for local purchases correctly
• Translate receipts/invoices written from Arabic into English
• Ensure the delivery of all purchased items to the requester, collects the proof of delivery and proceeds to the validation of the invoices by the Admin team

 Other duties/responsibilities:

• Participate in internal work meetings and inform LA team on log issues
• Report any security related issues to the supervisor
• Supporting operational organization of field trips and LA programs/activities

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent relevant experience;
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Two years minimum professional experience driving preferred
• Strong knowledge and skills of Safe driving practices
• Strong security background (trainings, previous position ...)
• Able to follow instructions written and verbal directions, read maps, follow GPS
• Reliable and punctual with a dedicated professionalism to job and duties
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing schedules or routines
• Excellent time management skills
• Able to assist staff as and when needed
• Able to apply security measures when needed ( safe evacuation, safe travel… )
• In-dept knowledge of scheduling systems and procedures

Preferred Skills

• Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Organized and able to follow a schedule.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Confident of facing the challenges and overcoming the problems.
• Disciplined.
• Aspiration to work for the challenging jobs.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Physically able to lift and carry object up from 30 to 50 pounds.
• Physically able to reach, stretch, bend, and sit for long periods of time during daily routine.

Additional Note

• Ability to work night, weekends, and holidays if needed

Location: Beirut with travel within the country to field offices

Deadline for applications: 24 August 2020

Start date: September 2020 

How to Apply:  

Please email a CV to: recruitment@legalactionworldwide.org  by 24 August 2020 COB

The subject of the application should be DRIVER AND PURCHASER. 

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. 
• Individuals and organizations are welcome to apply.
• LAW is an equal opportunity employer. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.