1.       CONTEXT OF THE MISSION.

Ärzte der Welt / Doctors of the World / Médecins Du Monde is a network of 16 humanitarian Non-Governmental organizations, working in health and medical aid in domestic and international projects. The focus lies on ensuring access to primary healthcare services, SRH / MCH services (incl. GBV) and psychosocial support. Furthermore, MdM is advocating for a universal access and rights to health services, especially for disadvantaged groups and people affected by crises and conflicts.

MdM has been working in Ethiopia since 1986, implementing different types of programmes from long-term interventions to emergency response. The current project in the Somali region by MdM-Ge is aiming to improve the access to and the quality of health care services (with a focus on sexual and reproductive health) and prevention of epidemics (incl. Covid-19) for the conflict and crisis affected population in two areas of the Region (Gerbo, Nogob Zone / Qoloji IDP Camp/ Fafaan Zone). Particular attention will be paid to the needs of women and girls by improving the access to SRH services, including GBV. Nutrition and WASH are integrated in this multi-sectoral approach and carried out by the local organisation OWDA (Organisation for Welfare and Development in Action).

2. Purpose of the post

Under the supervision of the Base Logistician, the Driver will be responsible for the driving, repair and maintenance, safety and security, documentation of vehicle.

3. Tasks and responsibilities

The driver will be responsible for the following tasks:

1.            Provide driving/transport service to MdM staff/visitors with care respecting the faith and culture of national and international staff as per the direction of the line supervisor

2.            Ensure all equipment allocated to the vehicle is complete and in good working order, including spare types and communications equipment (radios, satellite phones etc.), before undertaking any journeys.

3.            Before commencing on a journey, ensure that the vehicle is in good working condition, clean, appropriately equipped and has adequate fuel for the intended journey.

4.            Ensure all supplies and equipment to be carried are accompanied by appropriate paperwork, packed, and stowed away safely and securely.

5.            security management policies for Ethiopia mission

6.            Drive the vehicles in a safe and appropriate manner in accordance with Ethiopia road transport regulation as well as MdM Ethiopia transport and security policy/procedures.

7.            Maintain neat & accurate record of all journeys in the vehicle log book and ensure authorized travelers are signed for the journey that they used.

8.            Keep and respect MdM’ driver rule, conduct and safety standards e.g.  Daily and weekly safety checks are done at all time before starting the journey.

9.            Report any faulty vehicle’s part for maintenance to the base logistician and ensure the periodical

service is carried out timely before scheduled service time overdue

10.        Maintain all safety and security measures to the vehicle and passengers. Ensure the vehicle is parked in safe, appropriate and secured area.

11.        Keep all tools, spare tyre and other safety & healthy equipment’s with due care.

12.        Always carry out basic security checks on the vehicles before starting driving and at the end of the day. (Battery water, fuel & oil levels, radiator water, Tyre pressure/condition, etc.)

13.        Report immediately any damage or incident/accident to the base logistician in line with the correct procedures.

14.        Report immediately any damage or incident/accident to the base logistician in line with the correct procedures.

15.        Ensure that the vehicle is only used for MdM approved purposes

16.        Ensure MdM-Ge health and safety rules are respected e.g.  No mobile phones are to be answered when driving , every passenger should wears Safety Belt while travelling with MdM car

17.        As a representative of MdM the duty driver is expected to dress and behave in a respectable manner at all times

18.        The driver should manage his time properly and report promptly to work. He should also ensure that he is adequately rested prior to service.

4.       Expected profile

Education: Literacy desirable

Experience: Minimum of three years driving experience in international NGOs, UN or government institutions with clean driving record

Languages:  Somali and English language essential, Amharic desirable

Competencies:  Good communication skills, flexibility, attention to detail, ability to work in

a multi-cultural environment, quick decision-making and prompt action, open-mindedness, transparency and honesty beyond reproach, discretion, polite and courteous. Excellent time management/ time keeping experience and dedication to respect others time schedule. Willing to work as per the above stated working

Understand and practice MdM relevant policies, rules and regulations such as transport, fleet and