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Job Title: Driver

Department: Operation

Duty Station: Assosa, Ethiopia

Duration: 31,Dec,2026

ORGANIZATION:

Finn Church Aid (FCA) is Finland’s largest international aid organization. We operate in 12 countries, where the needs are most dire. We work with the poorest people, regardless of their religious beliefs, ethnic background or political convictions. FCA work is based on promotion of human dignity and fundamental human rights and freedom, and FCA’s operations are guided by equality, non-discrimination, and responsibility. FCA specializes in three thematic priority areas: Right to Peace (R2P), Right to Livelihood (R2L), and Right to Quality Education (R2QE). In Ethiopia, FCA works across multiple sectors, including education, peace, and livelihood in both humanitarian and development.

Job Purpose

The Driver is responsible for providing safe, reliable, and timely transportation services for staff, visitors, and organizational goods while ensuring that assigned vehicles are operated and maintained in accordance with organizational policies, road safety regulations, and national traffic laws. The Driver also supports basic vehicle maintenance, documentation, and logistics activities to ensure efficient programme operations.

Key Responsibilities

Transportation Services

• ·Provide safe, courteous, and timely transportation for staff, consultants, partners, and visitors.
• ·Transport documents, equipment, and supplies as required.
• ·Plan travel routes to ensure efficient and timely service while considering road conditions and security requirements.
• ·Ensure compliance with organizational vehicle management policies and Ethiopian traffic regulations.

Vehicle Management

• ·Conduct daily vehicle inspections before and after trips, including checking fuel, oil, coolant, tire pressure, lights, brakes, and overall vehicle condition.
• ·Maintain vehicle cleanliness and ensure vehicles are always in good operating condition.
• ·Monitor vehicle servicing schedules and promptly report mechanical faults or accidents.
• ·Keep accurate vehicle logbooks, fuel consumption records, mileage, and maintenance records.
• ·Ensure vehicle registration, insurance, and other required documents remain valid and available.

Safety and Compliance

• ·Drive responsibly and ensure the safety of passengers, cargo, and the vehicle at all times.
• ·Ensure required safety equipment, including first aid kits and fire extinguishers, are available and functional.
• ·Immediately report accidents, incidents, traffic violations, or vehicle damage following organizational procedures.

Administrative Support

• ·Assist with loading and unloading materials when required.
• ·Support office logistics activities as assigned.
• ·Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor consistent with the position.

Qualifications and Experience

• ·Completion of Grade 12 and above
• ·Valid Ethiopian Driving License (3rd Grade or above).
• ·Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible driving experience, preferably with an international NGO, UN agency, or donor-funded organization.
• ·A certificate in Auto Mechanics is a distinct advantage.
• ·Demonstrated knowledge of Ethiopian traffic laws and road safety regulations.
• ·Good knowledge of vehicle maintenance and basic mechanical troubleshooting.

Skills and Competencies

• ·Strong commitment to safety and responsible driving.
• ·Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• ·Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• ·Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• ·Ability to work under pressure and travel to field locations when required.
• ·Honest, reliable, flexible, and customer-service oriented.

Language Requirements

• ·Fluency in Amharic and local Language
• ·Basic working knowledge of English, both spoken and written.

Other Requirements

• ·Willingness to travel frequently to field locations.
• ·Good physical health and ability to work outside normal office hours when required.
• ·Commitment to the organization’s values, policies, and code of conduct.