Ambulance Driver – Lasanod, Somaliland

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SRCS (Bisha Cas) is seeking a qualified candidate for the following position;

Job Title:                                    Ambulance Driver

Grade:                                         Band 2

Reporting to:                            Ambulance Responder Team Leader  .

Duty Station:                            Lasanod Branch Office

Posting Date:                           25^th Dec-21.

Posting Expiry Date:           30^th Dec-21.

Contract Type:                         Fixed Term (One year of possible renewal)

Overall Job Purpose

Provide reliable, safe and timely driving services to transport authorized staff and visitors to specified locations, including delivery and collection of mail, documents, packages as well as loading and off-loading goods and supplies in compliance with approved transport policy guidelines and traffic rules and regulation. In addition, undertake day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely routine maintenance such as checking tires, brakes, lights, coolant, changing the oil and washing the vehicle to ensure it is kept clean, tidy, secure and in good working condition at all times

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Driving Services

• Receive, accept and follow detailed instructions regarding day-to-day transport operations
• Provide professional, reliable, safe and timely driving services to transport authorized staff and visitors to specified locations taking care to ensure safety and security situation in the field
• Ensure all passengers wear seat belts at all times in the vehicle
• Deliver and collect mail, documents and other packages according to instructions
• Plan loading, off-loading and delivery of goods and supplies in the most efficient, ensure cargo is secured safely according to procedure and make delivery within agreed time limits
• Take great care to avoid damage to cargo and report damage immediately if it occurs
• Observe traffic rules and regulations and report any incidents and accidents

Vehicle Maintenance

• Undertake routine and preventive maintenance of assigned motor vehicle by checking and topping-up petrol, oil, coolant, water, battery and tire pressure before operating the vehicle
• Ensure availability of all required documents, including driver license, vehicle insurance and, first aid kit
• Maintain log book of motor vehicle’s daily movement showing journey, mileage and consumables
• Check condition of spare-wheel, jack, wheel spanner and jumper cables
• Ensure regular vehicle inspection, timely repairs, and carry out minor vehicle maintenance
• Requisition for fuel, lubricants and spare parts, also maintain a record accounting for the same
• Ensure assigned vehicle is kept clean, tidy, secure and in good working condition at all times
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the SRSC Senior Management

Education, Training & Professional Qualifications

Education	Completion of High School Education or equivalent qualifications
Professional Training	Defensive driving, Motor-Vehicle Maintenance  Basic First Aid and Fire Fighting
Certification/Licensing	Valid Driving License.

Job Competencies & Experience

Competencies	ü  Demonstrating consistency in upholding integrity and ethicsü  Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to the fundamental principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement ü  Acting as a team player and facilitating team work ü  Excellent defensive driving skills and knowledge of traffic rules ü  Knowledge of local roads and conditions ü  Skills in routine vehicle maintenance and office equipment ü  Effective communications and interpersonal skills ü  Behave professionally and maintain a clean and tidy image ü  Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude ü  Remain calm, in control and good humoured even under pressure; ü  Respond positively to critical feedback and differing points of views.
Language Requirement	Demonstrate proficiency in Somali and English languages
Relevant Experience	Minimum of 3 years driving experience with safe driving record working preferably in a humanitarian organization

We offer:

SRCS offers a temporary or one-year contract, renewable depending on both funding and performance.

Salary and Benefits are according to SRCS terms of employment for national staff.

Application process:

• Interested candidates should email their updated CV and Cover letter to srcsvac@gmail.com before or on 30th Dec 2021.
• Kindly mention the title of the position you applying for on the subject line.
• You must be available to start work as soon as possible and willing to work in Villages under Las’anod District.
• Please note SRCS has Zero-Tolerance for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA)

NB:

• Applicants in the Sool region are highly preferred.
• Applications that do not meet the above requirements will not be considered, Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.

 

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