Driver

ROLE PURPOSE:  Transport persons and goods and ensure that the SCI or rental vehicle is in a roadworthy condition. KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:   1. SAFE TRANSPORT OF PERSONS AND GOODS Safely transport SCI employees or freight Adhere to local speed limits and traffic regulations Responsible for safe and respectful control of the vehicle Responsible for the safe loading of the vehicle Respect the manufacturer’s technical conditions of use for the vehicle (e.g. load weight) Ensure that all passengers follow the security procedures and rules (e.g. seatbelts) Adhere to Save the Children’s Fleet Policy, Driver Handbook, Code of Conduct and Child Safeguarding Policies. Report any accidents immediately to Logistics Officer and the nearest police station for the purpose of insurance claims. Record details of all journeys on logsheets.   QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Essential Previous experience as a driver Hold a valid licence for the country, or an International Licence. Good eyesight and physical condition Being prepared to work in tensed situation and under pressure, with multicultural staff and contacts English speaking   Desirable Mechanic or fleet management experience Experience of working with an NGO 2. MAINTENANCE AND CHECK LIST OF VEHICLES                                                             Report technical problems and breakdowns to Logistics Officer. In case of emergency and if authorised to do so, repair minor technical problems. Be aware of when the vehicle needs servicing and advise Logistics Officer. Perform daily vehicle pre-departure checklist and confirm all required items are present. If necessary, prepare additional materials according to the mission needs (snow chains, additional fuel tank, stickers, flag, tools, medical and food kits, etc.) Keep the interior and exterior of the vehicle clean at all times. Use fuel card appropriately and record all consumption on logsheet.   3. MISCELLANOUS DUTIES Represent SCI in a responsible manner, reflecting our values and upholding our Code of Conduct. If requested and appropriate, assisting other Save the Children staff in their work in the field i.e. at distributions.   4. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS Report all technical problems, breakdowns and service requirements to the Logistics team. Report all accidents to the Logistics team and local police station. Complete logsheets for every journey. Pass on relevant information to Save the Children Security Focal Points and Security Manager.