Driver (X10)

I.              Background on ACTED:   ACTED, the “Agency for Technical Co-operation and Development” is an NGO registered inFrancewith global operations in Central Asia, Europe, Latin America andAfrica. ACTED has been active inIraqsince 2003, and is one of the largest NGOs in the country. ACTED operates mainly in the North and South areas inIraq.     II.            Responsibilities:   1.     General principles Wear proper clothes to appear in a good manner Never forgot that you are ACTED representative, and as such be always polite, professional and resourceful Always Curry your mobile with you, so you can be contacted at any time during duty time or urgent matters need during vacation. Check that the Logbook and the mileage are matching Check that the Logbook is filled correctly (and signed) for the previous day When Drivers are informed about Pick and drop of ACTED staff/Guest at airports and borders, they need to make sure they have details such as:                                           i.    Full Name                                          ii.    Port of arrival (border/airport)                                         iii.    Arrival Means (car for border/Flight details for airport pick ups)                                         iv.    Arrival Time                                          v.    Pick up point Check that the Logbook is filled correctly (and signed) for the previous day Drivers Must inform/record their movement in the Car Follow up. (car user/Destination/departure time/Arriva ltime)     2.     Maintenance Adjust the seat, mirrors and check safety belt During the handover of the car, check every day                                           i.    The lights and indicators                                          ii.    The vehicle appearance                                         iii.    The state of each tire (flat?) Check every week, on Sunday:                                           i.    The level of oil                                          ii.    The level of water                                         iii.    Content of the first aid kit                                         iv.    State of the spare tire                                          v.    State of the extinguisher Make sure that the fuel is enough for your trip at least Report any malfunction to the logistician immediately in a writing. Update daily the log-book for each trip (km start - km stop - hour departure time - hour arrival to destination) get it signed by Passenger. Ensure you have spare tire in a good condition (every evening) Ensure you have standard mechanical tools at your car, to maintain your car during a journey.   3.     Safety and Security The safety of passengers is your main responsibility. Ask all of them to fasten their seat belt (including back seated passengers), before starting the vehicle Responsible to respect and obey Traffic Rule and Regulations. Respect the speed limits, and reduce the vehicle speed when you reach places like markets, schools, worship places, etc... Keep a reasonable distance between your vehicle and the one in front of you Respect traffic lights, and give priority in circles or after stop signs Respect the travel timing. It’s the driver’s responsibility to alert the passenger about the time needed for each journey. If the passenger is late, it’s NOT the driver responsibility to arrive on time Ensure you always carry Water bottles ( min. 3-4 litter for 2 person) when you need go to remote areas (borders.. or long journeys) You may need to remind the passenger that it’s not your fault in case being late Don’t ever leave the vehicle open and the keys inside, even for a short period of time Don’t allow strangers or unauthorized persons to use the vehicle Report any incident or accident immediately to the Logistician. Use the accident report to declare any accident After dropping a passenger, the driver is responsible to check that nothing was forgotten inside the vehicle Clean the vehicle by the end of the day