Driver

Reporting The Driver reports to the Logistics Officer.   Tasks 1. To transport War Child personnel, guest, goods and/or items safely. 2. To be solely responsible for the vehicle when on duty. As such, it is necessary to immediately report scratches, accidents, etc. and to follow procedures as stated in the ‘vehicle use manual’. 3. To follow the correct procedure if involved in car accident. 4. Daily maintenance of the War Child vehicles i.e. routine check of engine oil, window wiper, radiator, air pressure of tires, brake fluid, fastening of battery terminal, oil leakage under car, etc. 5. Daily cleaning (inside and outside) of each vehicle. 6. To perform maintenance and general servicing when necessary. 7. To notify the logistics officer at least one week in advance of any repair or regular maintenance required to the vehicle. 8. To ensure that the fuel tank is always sufficiently filled at the end of the day shift and full before the weekends. 9. To fill in the logbook accurately after every trip, including authorization by senior member of staff on board the vehicle. 10. To fully obey the driving laws of the country. This includes the use of seatbelts and absence of using alcohol and/or other drugs. 11. To maintain the medical box, fire extinguisher and tool kit at all times whilst in charge of vehicle. 12. To always stay with the car as to be able to monitor radio communication. 13. To use the vehicle only for War Child purposes. Using the vehicle for other purposes needs explicit permission of a senior War Child staff member. 14. To have read and understood the ‘vehicle use manual’ and to follow its regulations. 15. To perform any other activity assigned by a senior War Child staff member, in line with this job description Requirements 1. Possession of a valid drivers license for cars (optional: trucks) 2 A good command of the local language and English/French/Spanish (depending on the country) 3. Service oriented 4. At least a basic knowledge of car maintenance 5. Ability to plan/organize the work 6. Flexibility