The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their lives. The IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities which support them, as well as those who remain within their homes and communities. We began work in Ethiopia since 2000 and currently implementing emergency and development programs in health, water and sanitation, economic recovery, and development (ERD), women’s protection and empowerment, education, child protection, and multi-sectoral emergency response. 

The IRC has a focus on narrowing the gender gap in humanitarian aid and ensuring that we contribute to gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in both our programs and operations by working to establish a context where our clients (including those from minority groups) enjoy the same rights and opportunities as well as an equal access to services. The IRC also has a strong commitment to creating an equitable and inclusive culture, where safeguarding is upheld in our workplace and programs. We are determined to protect our clients and staff from safeguarding violations through prevention and, where misconduct is alleged, to address it without fear or favor

The driver has the overall responsibility for Driving the organization’s vehicle as per IRC’s driving procedure. And keeping the vehicle clean and in a very good condition.

Major Responsibilities

• Driving the Organization’s vehicle as per IRC’s vehicle management procedure. 

• Maintains and updated vehicle log sheet by filling in all required information properly and in a proper manner.

• Cooperate with staff on their travel requirements. 

• Reports promptly to the logistics department losses Malfunctions or accidents in writing immediately events occur.

• Keeps vehicles clean and in a very good condition. Cleaning of vehicles is the responsibility of drivers.

• Provide some mechanical services to the vehicle as the need arises.

• Takes delivery of goods, supplies, etc on behalf of IRC as the need arises.

• Assists staff in translation.

• Follow up the periodic service of the vehicle and full fill the vital condition for the maintenance on time.

• Fill daily checklist and waiver if any.

• Keep IRC’s Safety procedure.

• Executes other duties as required.

Safeguarding Responsibilities: - 

• Promote and actively participate in initiatives and efforts to build team engagement, inclusion and cohesion in IRC [team/office]

• Foster ongoing learning, honest dialogue, and reflection to strengthen safeguarding and to promote IRC values and adherence to IRC policies.

Job Requirements

Educational Requirements:

• High School graduate. 

• A minimum of 3rd Grade Valid Driving License. NGO experience is a plus.

Desired Experience and Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Thorough knowledge of road rules and regulations. 

• Skills in routine vehicle maintenance and minor repair. 

• Good team spirit, attitude, behavior, and problem-solving abilities. 

• Able to carry out limited, un-supervised tasks.

Language Skills: 

• Fluency in English and Somali languages (both written and oral) are an asset. 

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the above qualifications are encouraged to apply only through THIS LINK

Please include 3 references from current and former employers.

Applications will not be returned. IRC discourages phone calls or personal visits.

Only applicants meeting the minimum qualification will be shortlisted and contacted.

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Your application letter/cover letter must include the following information. 

• Name of the position you have applied for 

• Date of application 

• Summary of your qualifications and experience 

• Motivation/objective of why you have applied for the job

• Permanent Address and present address (if different from permanent) and telephone number if possible also email address 

• Disclose any family relationships with existing IRC employees. 

IRC is an equal employment opportunity employer.  IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. 

IRC strives to build a diverse and inclusive team at all levels who as individuals, and as a group, embody our culture statement creating a working environment characterized by critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity for us to achieve our aspirations as a team and deliver the best possible services to our clients. 

Professional Standards: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity Anti-Retaliation and Combating Trafficking in Persons. 

Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols, and other supportive benefits and allowances.