Job Summary:
Organization: Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Country: Cameroon
City: Yaounde
Office: DRC in Yaoundé, Cameroon
Workplace: Yaounde
Contract Type: National contract
Deadline: Sep 24, 2024
Position Title: Driver
Supervised by: Supply Chain Manager, Technical line manager, Supply Chain Manager
Period considered: 12 months
Salary & Benefits: Level NM.J
Introduction
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) assists refugees and displaced people worldwide: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights and strengthen their opportunities for a better future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along displacement routes and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive to achieve responsible and sustainable solutions. We work for the successful integration of vulnerable communities and, where possible, their wish to return home.
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown into an international humanitarian organisation with over 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Headquartered in Copenhagen and present in 40 countries, the DRC is a non-governmental, non-profit, politically neutral and independent non-denominational aid organisation.
Our vision is a life with dignity for all displaced people in the world. All our efforts are based on our moral compass: humanity, respect, independence, neutrality, participation, honesty and transparency.
Context
Under the leadership of the Dakar regional office and closely linked to interventions in neighboring Central African Republic (CAR), DRC began operations in Cameroon in 2018, responding to the humanitarian needs of CAR refugees and vulnerable Cameroonians in the Adamawa region. The Emergency Mobile Team (EMPACT) also established DRC’s program presence in the South West region in late 2018 to address the needs of forcibly displaced persons in the context of the Anglophone crisis, commencing humanitarian activities in January 2019. DRC Cameroon is currently implementing emergency protection, food security and livelihoods projects in the Adamawa, East and South West regions. As part of its activities, the Country Directorate is therefore looking for a driver for its coordination office in Yaounde.
Purpose
Under the direct supervision of the Supply Chain Manager based in Yaounde, the driver will be responsible for providing support in driving vehicles for the travel of staff and partners, as well as the transport of various materials and supplies in the project implementation area.
Responsibilities
- Provide transportation for personnel and any other person authorized within the framework of project activities in accordance with the highway code;
- Ensure the transport and distribution of various materials and supplies in the field;
- Ensure routine maintenance of the vehicle;
- Provide assistance with logistics work;
- Provide assistance with the collection and delivery of mail and parcels;
- Perform any other tasks requested by the supervisor within the area of his/her skills.
Required qualifications
- Have a valid driving license (category B)
- Have a level of education equivalent to secondary school and be able to read and write French or English;
- Provide proof of at least three (03) years of experience as a driver, preferably in an international organization;
- Have basic knowledge of auto mechanics and be able to carry out minor repairs
- Have a good knowledge of the Centre region.
- Be motivated and have moral integrity and able to work under pressure;
- Be available to work outside of service hours;
- Team spirit and ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with work colleagues.
General regulations
- The employee must follow DRC’s instructions regarding security, confidentiality and ethical guidelines, including the Code of Conduct and the Humanitarian Responsibility Framework
- The employee must not carry out any other paid activity during the duration of the DRC contract without prior authorization.
- The Employee shall not engage in any activity that may be detrimental to DRC or the implementation of any project during the term of the DRC contract.
- The employee must not give interviews to the media or publish photos related to DRC programs or share other materials without receiving prior authorization.
- The employee must return all equipment loaned by DRC to perform the work after the end of the contract period or upon request by DRC.
Skills and qualities required
- In this role, you must demonstrate the five essential DRC skills, namely:
- Striving for Excellence: You focus on achieving results while ensuring an efficient process. You strive to produce accurate, thorough and professional work with optimal use of time and effort.
- Collaborate: You cooperate with and engage stakeholders, actively seeking their opinions and sharing key information with them. You support and trust others, while encouraging feedback.
- Taking the Lead: You take responsibility and prioritize your work based on DRC’s overall vision and goals. You take the initiative when faced with a challenge or opportunity and seek innovative solutions.
- Communicate: You write and speak effectively and honestly while adapting your style and tone to the situation. You actively listen to others and involve them in dialogue.
- Demonstrate Integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and code of conduct, including protection from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
- Ability to work in a multicultural and cosmopolitan environment
- Proactivity, with a cooperative and collaborative approach
- Excellent communication skills (including attention and patience) are required
- Good organizational skills are required
- Exemplary sense of ethics
- Ability to work in a team and good sense of humor
Application process
If you are interested, then apply online: www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/current-vacancies
The file is composed of a cover letter, a scan of the national identity card, a CV mentioning the names, contacts and email addresses of three reference people all in PDF format. Application files not respecting the instructions previously mentioned will not be used.
Applications will close on September 24, 2024 at 23:59 Cameroon time. However, it is possible for the DRC to begin the recruitment process before the end of the publication of the offer if an application meets the expectations and requirements of the position.
