Head of Drivers

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, humanitarian, non-governmental organisation providing assistance to people in need as a result of natural and man-made disasters, irrespective of race, religion, ideology or politics.

We are seeking to employ a candidate for the following position:

Head of Drivers

Place of work: based in Erbil – MSFCH office
Deadline for application: 03/03/2024
Number of Jobs: 1

Main purpose of the job:

Coordinating and controlling the operation of vehicles in one location according to traffic regulations and MSF security rules and ensuring that the team of drivers perform properly their duties to ensure an ade-quate, efficient and safe transport of goods and people

Accountabilities:

– Transporting MSF personnel and material ensuring their safety.
– Supervising the team of drivers and monitoring and evaluating their performance, ensuring compliance with all rules, safety regulations and MSF instructions, as well as the maintenance and service of their assigned vehicles which includes preparing and overseeing the drivers’ work schedule, ensuring daily and weekly checks of vehicles and the correct filling in of administration and vehicle logbook;
– Performing monthly checks of the vehicle inventory, documentation and first aid kit together with the responsible driver and conducting a driving test for all new drivers. Performing regular drivers’ assessments.
– Coordinating and supervising the associated resources (drivers) and fleet management to ensure adequate service in terms of organizing availability of drivers, vehicles to drive, duty rosters and replacements in case of absence, and fuel control. Organizing training courses for drivers
– Checking and ensuring that safety procedures are met in vehicles to ensure that transportation is in the best conditions of safety for travelers.
– Reporting any problems with the vehicles (mechanical, accidents…) to the line manager / technical referent as well as preparing monthly reports on services, spare parts, consumption, etc. of each vehicle.
– Ensuring maintenance on the fleet of vehicles to be in perfect working order and that cars are serviced at the desired time to ensure good use of it and be able to deliver services.
– Looking after all equipment related to vehicles and driver. Ensuring the proper use of radios in vehicles, numbers and codes, according to MSF protocols and procedures in place

Specific requirements for the role:

Education: – Essential literacy, driving license and basic mechanic skills
Experience: – At least 2 years work experience as a driver, previous experience in team management for at least 2 years
Languages: – Essential fluency (English level B-1 is minimum required)
                   – Local language essential (Kurdish and Arabic are an  asset)
Knowledge: – Essential computer literacy (word, excel)
                    – Essential good knowledge of the area of work           (Kurdistan region and Ninewa)
                    – Essential experience with 4×4 vehicles
                   – Essential knowledge of basic mechanics (Basic service of the vehicles)

Competencies: – Results and Quality Orientation L1
                         – Teamwork and Cooperation L1
                         – Behavioural Flexibility L1
                         – Commitment to MSF Principles L1
                         – Stress Management L2

 
What we offer:
– Legal national contract and 100% pay in accordance with MSF Salary Grid. Level 04.
– The chance to gain professional development and to develop (career path, training, etc.) within the organisation.
– The opportunity to contribute to our objective of saving lives, alleviating suffering and working with those most in need.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their complete application file (updated CV max 2 pages + motivation letter + references + Driving Licence + Diploma + Certifications), Only applications with complete documentation will be considered.

By email to MSFCH-Erbil-Recruitment@geneva.msf.org
applications sent to any other email address will not be considered.

Please indicate “Head of Drivers” in the e-mail title.
We recommend all applicants to write a cover letter containing an introduction of yourself, explaining why you are applying for the position, and explaining why you think you are suitable for the position.

In-complete applications will not be considered
Only PDF and Word Format Applications will be considered.

English CVs only
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Female Candidates are encouraged to apply.
Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline

Data Protection:

The protection of your personal data is important to MSF. By submitting your application, you consent to MSF using your data only for the recruitment process to have all the information and documents necessary to proceed with the recruitment, validation of your application and selection of the most suitable candidate. Your data will be treated confidentially. Only people part of the recruitment process have access to your data. MSF does not sell your data under any circumstances. If you have any questions or requests, you can contact

msfch-erbil-recruitment@geneva.msf.org