Driver

Vacancy Announcement

Type: Regular – Full-Time Position;
Duty Station: (EDI)-Ethiopia Tigray Regional office, Mekelle, Ethiopia
Contract duration: 1 year with a possibility of extension
Reports To: Regional Coordinator
Salary: Negotiable

POSITION SUMMARY
The Driver will provide transportation support to project staff. The Driver maintains project vehicles and log of vehicle use, cleans and follow up on vehicles services timeframe for the wellbeing of the vehicles in conformity with EDI’s Safety and Security Policies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Driving, maintaining and servicing the project vehicles in keeping with the highest safety 
  standards.
• Ensuring proper long-term and day-to-day maintenance of all vehicles, including checking oil and 
  other fluids, battery, brakes, tires, and other critical equipment.
• Performing pick-ups, deliveries, repairs and makes purchases of office supplies as directed by 
  supervisor.
• Keeping log of vehicle use, maintenance, and service.
• Greeting and directing visitors.
• Arranging for the collection and delivery of mail or documents, as directed;
• Other duties as assigned by superiors within the driver’s capacity. 
• Additional Information
  No phone calls, please.

For all positions Female Applicants are highly encouraged to apply for all positions and EDI is committed to diversity in the workplace. EDI offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package.
Please also be aware that EDI Ethiopia does not demand any payment from applicants at any stage of the recruitment and selection process. Additionally, EDI Ethiopia has not enlisted any agent for recruitment purposes. We emphasize that EDI Ethiopia is an equal opportunity employer.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma is required.
• At least 6 months of prior experience as a driver is required.
• Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record.
• Ability to work independent with minimal or no supervision.
• Computer literate and basic skills and qualification in motor mechanics are added advantage.
• Proven punctuality and ability to work as part of a team and excellent references a must.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for 
  diversity.
• Display cultural, gender, religion and age sensitivity and adaptability.

Required Skills

• Exceptional knowledge of traffic laws and regulations
• Great professional driving skills
• Capable of working under high pressure
• Time management skills

How To Apply

For the driver position please submit your CV and application letter to EDI-Ethiopia Tigray regional office Complex building 5th floor Hawelity sub city, Mekelle. Deadline for application submission is July 30, 2024 at 5pm Ethiopia Time.