Driver

COOPI – Cooperazione Internazionale is an humanitarian, non confessional and independent organization that fights against all kinds of poverty to make the world a better place. Founded in 1965 by Vincenzo Barbieri (Italian "father" of international volunteering), COOPI is based in Milan and it has 25 headquarters Worldwide. It works to assist populations struck by emergencies (disasters and conflicts) and to facilitate their civil, economic and social development. In 2012, COOPI managed about 48 millions euro; 94% of the funds was employed for the field projects and 6% for administrative costs. COOPI relies on the expertise of 32 employees and 47 consultants in Italy, 121 expatriates and 4.500 local operators. In 2012, COOPI reached 3,6 millions beneficiaries. COOPI is known as the “We do it NGO”. In Lebanon, COOPI has already operated and developed humanitarian projects in South Lebanon during the years 2003-2005 and now is setting up a new office in Batroun (the registration process for the recognition in Lebanon as INGO is in progress). In response to the influx of Syrian refugees in Lebanon, COOPI is going to implement a multi-sectoral relief program in Lebanon.  The program will provide assistance to Syrian refugees, through Lebanese entities, and host communities in North Lebanon, in the three Districts of El Batroun, Bcharré, El Koura.   JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Driver Project Title: Improvement of living conditions for populations affected by Syrian unrest in Lebanon Duty station: Batroun, El Batroun, Bcharré, El Koura district areaa Donor: UNHCR Direct supervisor / Reports to: Logistic Coordinator   Main tasks Operate COOPI vehicle as assigned by supervisor; Understands and follows all traffic rules and regulations; Fill accurately the COOPI car’s logbook with detailed information on travels, covered kilometres, provided fuel litres per day. Inform the COOPI Logistician about all the requirements of the car in terms of: fuel, maintenance etc.... Adhere to all safety and communication protocols as advised by COOPI and the the Logistic Coordinator; Responsible for the safekeeping of all vehicle equipment, tools, first aid kits, spares etc.; Be flexible to the needs of the Organization in terms of time and duties and fully cooperative with all COOPI staff; Undertake field assignments as assigned; Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit Other duties as assigned.   Qualifications 2/3 years experience in a similar function Basic Knowledge of English, fluency in all local languages is required Lebanese driving license for at least 5 years. Good knowledge of the geographically assigned environment Basic mechanical skills Team spirit, flexibility & adaptability Ready to work under pressure   Type of Contract Period: 3 Month contract (Renewable)    Submission Interested candidates should submit their CV by e-mail to recruitment.coopi.lebanon@gmail.com. Please quote in the object of your email, the position (driver) and your surname    The deadline for applying is Sunday, February 9th 2014 Please note that only short-listed candidates with strong adherence to the requirements will be contacted.