Driver - HEKS/EPER

Job title

Driver

Duty station

Chisinau, Moldova

Starting date

ASAP

Contract duration

10 months – possibility of extension

Contract type

Full time, office based

Reports to

Logistics Assistant

Coordinates with

Project Team, Operations Team, HEKS/EPER Partners, etc

Direct line manager of

N/A

Main responsibilities

Tasks

Transport and admin support

• To provide transport services for staff and other authorized Passengers and goods to and from assigned destinations in a safe, efficient and courteous manner, strictly adhering to road traffic rules.
• Demonstrate consistency in upholding and promoting the values of the Organization in actions and decisions, in line with the Organization Code of Conduct.
• Ensure that the technical servicing and repair of the vehicle during the warranty period is carried out only at the Authorized Technical Service Center.
• Carry out daily maintenance checks on vehicles and ability to detect faults and report promptly to supervisor.
• Ensure Vehicle is roadworthy before starting journey including lights, tyres, fuel, oil and lubricants.
• Keep the vehicle clean, inside and outside.
• To properly ensure all the records in the Service Book regarding the exchange of all consumables.
• Ensure vehicles are serviced at the stated mileage and all details documented in the Logbook.
• Recording and correct completion of logbooks and fuel consumption records.
• Ensures the vehicle is supplied with fuel.
• Liaise with Operations in to ensure that organization vehicles are serviced on time and have all the necessary equipment (toolbox, tow rope, jake, first aid kit, Fire extinguishers).
• Share weekly reports on the state of the vehicles.
• Immediately report any accidents by filling in the accidents report.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and discreteness in discussions and travels involving the nature of the role, passengers and destinations ensuring the safety and security of passengers and vehicle in his/her care.
• Assist to collect quotations, vendor identification for various supplies, collection of supplies.
• Collect all cheques when purchasing a product or service.
• Assist with verification of items requested and ensuring the quantities match the orders.
• Assist the project team with signing of distribution, participants, payment lists in the various project activities.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by Finance and Admin Coordinator, Finance, and Logistics Assistant.

Safety and Security

·       Together with team members, assess and consult other partners to ensure security of the operation; Ensure risk assessment and share security information.

·       Assist team members to produce timely incident report to the line manager and advice on taking corrective measures, if needed.

Education and professional experience

• High school diploma or associate’s degree.
• Certificate of Education & Computer literate.
• A valid driving license class B, C (other categories will be a plus).
• Excellent driving skills with over 7 years continuous driving experience.

Professional requirements

• Knowledge and strict compliance with the Road Traffic Regulations.
• Knowledge of vehicle operating rules.
• Advanced knowledge of the geographical areas of the Republic of Moldova.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be able to function comfortably in a complex work environment, working and prioritizing multiple tasks.
• Good knowledge of mechanic is an asset.
• Previous work experience across Moldova.
• Experience within a government or NGO or Corporate/Office environment.
• Driving, safety and security training certificates from other INGO or UN agencies is a plus.

Language

• Fluency on Romanian and Russian Language.
• Ability to speak English is a plus.

Personal requirements

• Ability to establish collaborative relationships with staff, beneficiaries and other stakeholders.
• Self-organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Punctual, responsible and efficient.
• Team-working skills.
• Strong attitude to take initiative, work autonomously and achieve results effectively.
• Flexibility and good stress-management.
• Respect of HEKS/EPER mission and values.