Organization: IRC – International Rescue Committee
Location: Kakuma
Grade: Administrative support – Administrative Services and Support – Generally no need for Higher Education
Occupational Groups:
Administrative support
Logistics
Transport and Distribution
Closing Date:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
The Driver will work under the supervision of Transport Assistant. Core responsibilities will involve but not be limited to safe driving of IRC vehicles, ensure prompt maintenance of them, keeping record of movements, fuel consumption, tools ensuring safety of the vehicle, passengers, cargo, and other road users. Strict adherence to IRC policy rules and regulations including all Kenya Traffic Laws. The Driver will be required to rapidly respond to the programs and operation’s needs, whilst ensuring best practices and maintaining audit-compliant records. Specific responsibilities include.
Key Responsibilities.
Drive Vehicles on road test or under normal operation as assigned by the Supervisor or his designate.
Performing daily routine maintenance checks and always maintaining enough fuel.
Making sure that daily and pre-long distance vehicle checks are done and undertaken daily.
Making sure that accurate upkeep of the vehicle log sheets is done and properly filed.
Ensure vehicles cleanliness and report to the supervisor any noted mechanical defects.
Ensure vehicles are timely refueled and road worthy at all times.
Adhere to IRC vehicles protocols and Kenya traffic rules ensuring passengers wear safety belts all the time when in motion.
Ensure that at all times drive the IRC vehicles in accordance with the IRC policy.
Ensure that unauthorized passengers are not carried in IRC Vehicles in accordance with the policy.
Ensure that the road license, inspection stickers, insurance certificate and any other mandatory documents of the vehicle(s) allocated is up to date.
Ensuring that the vehicle you are allocated is equipped with; the first aid kits, tools, jerk, wheel spanner and spare wheel.
To always comply with all security advisories when operating an IRC vehicle to ensure safety of vehicle, passengers, cargo, and other road users.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor or his designate.
Minimum Qualifications:
A least O – level, a holder of a Valid driving license with 2 years’ experience as a professional driver.
Knowledge of generic transport procedures and practices (NGO experience advantageous).
Experience in using HF/VHF Radio
Pass score on IRC driving test.
Strong communication skills
Willing to undergo regular visual testing.
Conversant with MS Office applications
Required Experience & Competencies:
Minimum of 3 years’ experience driving within reputable organizations, with a preference for experience in the NGO sector.
Excellent communication skills.
High level of personal initiative, pro-active problem solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Strong sense of personal integrity.
Attention to detail.
Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Ability to multitask.
Flexibility and willingness to work long hours if necessary.
Strong sense of personal integrity.
Standards of Professional Conduct: The IRC and IRC workers must conform to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and implements policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons and several others.
Gender Equality & Equal Opportunity: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or another characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request reasonable accommodation.
Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply. International allowances are not available for this position. Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.
Disclaimer:
Please take note that International Rescue Committee (IRC) does not ask for any fees in connection with its recruitment processes.
Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.