Driver & Premises Maintenance Worker

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. 

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The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Delegation in Ethiopia is looking to hire an experienced, highly motivated and qualified person to fill the position of Driver & Premises Maintenance Worker based in Addis Ababa.

Terms of Employment: 1 year fixed term contract with possibility of extension based on budget availability

PURPOSE

The Driver & Premises Maintenance Worker facilitates communication within and between departments. S/he helps a department run smoothly by carrying out organizational/secretarial tasks and supporting technical assistants and other staff.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Understands and adheres to the seven Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
• Understands and adheres to the ICRC Code of Conduct
• Understands the roles of the components of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
• Respects and observes staff regulations and security rules at all times
• Represents the ICRC in a professional manner at all times
• Develops and maintains a pleasant and conducive working environment with colleagues and line managers
• Performs all duties with the highest level of confidentiality in the interest of the employees and the ICRC
• May be asked to perform tasks not covered in this job description and to provide support to other departments when necessary

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Driving Activities (Management)

• Familiar with diplomatic tasks protocol (ie. should dress in business casual or formal attire, appearance aligns with the professional and respectful environment expected in diplomatic tasks)
• Drives the Head of Delegation to official meetings, receptions, etc. (at times after working hours);
• Responsible for transporting staff as requested, stepping in to replace another driver when needed.
• Checks the conditions, cleanliness and accessories of the vehicle before and after each trip
  Observes internal security rules and national traffic laws;
• Maintain open communication with the Line Manager and to stay updated on any last-minute changes to schedules or travel plans.
• Follows-up of vehicle logbook and fuel consumption
• Carry out minor vehicle maintenance and repairs, including checking fluid levels, tire pressure, and cleaning the vehicle.

Travelers and Guests

• In coordination with relevant units, partially performs welcome service to the African Union delegation’s travelers and guests. 
• Facilitates airport service (pick-up and drop off, arrangement for VIP facilities, luggage registration etc.)

Technical support 

• With consultation of ADD Premises perform basic troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance (electrical, plumbing, others)
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor and to support the ADD premises team

Clerical Assistance

• Support in attainment and renewal of passes, badges etc (AUC, International Organizations, Airport, Meetings etc);
• Runs errands (purchases of urgent materials upon request, queries to State administrations, payment of bills etc.);
• Assist with administrative tasks related to vehicle management, such as maintaining delivery logs and assisting with scheduling.
• Helps in making photocopies and managing stationary and consumables for printers.

• Automobile/3rd grade driving license with proven experience of driving (ICRC driving test will be administered).
• Vocational certificate and 3 years work experience in a similar position
• Good Commands of written & spoken English
• Basic Computer skill
• Able to use office equipment (Computer, copier, & printer etc.)
• Good command (spoken and written) of English
• Organized, with good communication and customer service skill, and capacity to work independently, good behavior and professionalism, 
• experience driving diplomatic missions, international organizations, knowledge of the MFA Protocol, knowledge of locations and addresses of embassies and diplomatic missions is an asset.

How To Apply

Applicants shall submit their electronic CVs and cover letter through the ethiojobs.net website. 

Women applicants and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

The ICRC has zero tolerance for fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. Therefore, ICRC Ethiopia will maintain the right to conduct background and reference checks on the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer to this position. All ICRC staff should uphold the standards of ICRC’s Code of Conduct.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted at all stages of the selection process.

The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Application deadline: January 6, 2025