Duty Station [Aden -Yemen]

Who are we?

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa since 1997. Using a protection of human rights framework, DRC has mainly focused on Somalis who are displaced by conflict. Programmers include protection, livelihood, food and NFI distribution, water and sanitation, and advocacy amongst others. DRC Yemen has been providing relief and development services in Yemen since 2008. DRC has mainly focused on refugees and migrants displaced by conflict and natural disasters.

DRC, through its specialized business unit, Danish Demining Group (DDG) aims to recreate a safe environment where people can live without the threat of landmines, unexploded ordinances and small arms and light weapons”. These goals can be effectively advanced through cooperation and joint action with other organization as well as with integration of operations and programs with its sister organization, DRC.

About the Job:

Overall

Performing the tasks of transporting authorized goods and passengers in an DRC vehicle, ensuring its technical and safety conditions, and respecting the country’s traffic rules and DRC security rules, to provide a safe, smooth, and efficient service

• Driver for Expat
• Driver for Airport

Looking for a reliable Driver to join our team. The Driver will be responsible for transporting of expat passengers to various destinations. The candidate must have a valid driver’s license, excellent driving skills, and a good knowledge of traffic laws and safety regulations. In this position, the Driver will also be responsible for the expat and airport vehicles in their care.

* Drive DRC staff and assets/equipment in a safe and reliable manner
* Maintain the safety and good running condition of DRC vehicle being used

Responsibilities:

Responsible for any vehicle he/she is driving, transporting authorized DRC personnel on official duty and cargo to the points of destination. This includes collecting materials from projects and suppliers

• Pick and drop the assigned users of vehicle
• Drive safely the passengers, keeping in mind the security of passengers and belongings
• Assist passengers to load and unload personal or official belongings
• Fill out the vehicle logbook and ensure passenger signature for every trip
• Ensure the car is always at minimum half a tank and to refuel when necessary
• Responsible for the designated vehicles being representative and clean (interior as well as exterior) at all times
• Perform general check up on the cars (engine oil, brake oil, tire pressure, wiper fluid, radiator fluid, etc.) to make sure the car is road worthy in the morning
• Ensure all vehicle’s equipment and tools are clean and in place
• Physical inspection of all DRC-rented vehicles upon request by fleet manager
• Provide assistance in all procurement and supply requisitions of office and project equipment, supplies, materials, and furniture as tasked by Supervisor
• Other relevant task given by the supervisor
• Pick-up or delivery goods to or from the site
• Implement duties in line with the DRC Code of Conduct and represent DRC in a good way
• Respect of national driving laws
• Proven driving experience in a similar position
• Knowledge of local area
• Technical expertise in basic vehicle repairs
• Punctuality and respect for rules and procedures
• Must be able to maintain high level of confidentiality regarding work-related information and data
• Knowledge of logistics and procurement
• Fluency in local language

About you

To be successful in this role you must have:

Experience and technical competencies:

• At least 7 years of experience in driving and similar and equivalent position a long with needed skills with INGO.
• Preferred experince with DRC.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.

• Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.

• Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.

• Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.

• Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required qualifications:

Education :

• High Secondary School or technical relevant certificate

Languages:

• Arabic – proficiency
• English-language – Basic

We offer

DRC will offer the successful applicant a contract until December 2024, renewable dependent on both funding and performance. You must be available to start work As soon as possible, and be willing and able to work in Aden.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment. This position will be placed at Band (J Non- Manager) and will be reporting to Supply Chain Team Leader.

Application process

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button or the link below.
All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV only applications will not be considered.

Applications close 3 April 2024. The interviews are expected to take place, in two weeks after advertisement closing date.

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Need further information?

For more details on this position, please contact yem-recruitment@drc.ngo.

Please note that applications sent directly to [yem-recruitment@drc.ngo] will not be considered.

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website www.drc.ngo