IsraAID Vanuatu
Location:
Port Vila
Due Date:
02-12-2024
Type:
Full Time
Organisation Description:
IsraAID is an Israel-based non-governmental organization that was founded in 2001 and has since its inception worked in emergency and long-term development settings in over 54 countries. IsraAID's mission is to support people affected by humanitarian crises by partnering with local communities around the world to provide urgent aid, assist recovery, and reduce the risk of future disasters.
IsraAID has operated in Vanuatu since 2015 when the organization responded to Tropical Cyclone Pam, has since shifted its focus to implement a long-term strategy for all programs, including programs in WASH, protection, and health and nutrition. IsraAID's work in Vanuatu promotes sustainable and inclusive solutions, giving special attention to hands-on training and community ownership, and working closely with community, provincial, and national leaders.
Job Desctiption:
Summary
The Driver will be tasked with facilitating and coordinating smooth transportation/movement of all staff and goods in operation facilities and locations of IsraAID Vanuatu. This includes ensuring proper maintenance of the assigned vehicle, adhering to all IsraAID policies and procedures and Vanuatu traffic laws. The driver must be able to solve challenges as they arise. S/he will be required to be an active team player who will improve current systems from knowledge and experience gained through at least 3 – 5 years experience in this area.
Duties
Ensuring the safe driving of the IsraAID vehicle and others if authorized for business purposes by the Country Director.
Ensuring safe transportation of IsraAID staff, guests and assets in accordance with the organization's driver and asset / vehicle safety policy and procedures.
Responsible for cleaning, correct maintenance of vehicle/s in accordance with the driver's handbook and safe driving standards.
Ensure vehicle is fueled and in good working condition in time for trips and proper management of fuel supply for the vehicle is upheld.
Ensure adequate and current information of the destination and route is gathered before departure and that any risks or concerns are raised.
Ensure that the vehicle is parked in a safe, appropriate and secure area.
Ensure that all valuables are removed from the vehicle as required.
Maintain a vehicle logbook for all work-related travel.
Enable and engage any GPS technology if applicable.
Provide assistance in loading and unloading of vehicle as needed.
Professional and polite interaction with all stakeholders, staff and guests who are transported or who you encounter as a representative of IsraAID.
Comply with the organisation's Safe Driving and Vehicle Maintenance Policy.
Ensure that vehicle is used for the intended/assigned purpose in accordance with the prior authorisation given by the CD
Ensure that the vehicle safety belt is functional and used by self and the passengers onboard at all times.
Follow all driving safety regulations while driving and observe all traffic rules.
Report in writing on any maintenance need (minor/major) to the supervisor timely and accurately.
Report any accident immediately to the supervisor as appropriate.
Ensure that the car is equipped with safety equipment including fire extinguisher, First Aid kit at all times.
Follow-up vehicle related issues with the police and insurance companies as per instructions
Compliance & Ethics
Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics.
As applicable to the position, maintains a clear understanding donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Conduct work with the highest level of integrity. Communicate these values to staff and to partners and require them to adhere to these values.
Understanding of and commitment to the principles of non-discrimination, local ownership, sustainability, inclusiveness, local partnership, do-no-harm, and apolitical approach; codes of conduct against sexual exploitation and abuse; and against child exploitation and modern slavery
Commitment to abide by IsraAID's and UN's codes of conducts and principles.
Commitment to humanitarian principles.
ETHICAL STANDARDS
IsraAID has zero tolerance towards any acts of misconduct and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. The recruitment process will include all candidates' declarations and reference checks focused on misconduct and SEA.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
IsraAID is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.
IsraAID commits to and maintains a zero tolerance policy for any form of fraud, bribery, corruption or general misconduct, including sexual harassment, bullying in all its forms, exploitation and abuse. Any case of misconduct involving staff, IsraAID partners or service providers must be reported using our reporting mechanisms.
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https://israaid.bamboohr.com/careers/238
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