Driver – (Ghanaian Nationals Only) at Catholic Relief Services

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding.

Job Summary:

As a Driver for CRS/Ghana you shall operate all assigned agency vehicles defensively, document vehicle movements accurately and ensure all assigned vehicles are always well maintained and in good repair. You will help ensure the safety and security of passengers and transported goods, support safeguarding of the Agency’s motorized assets and all other resources related to fleet operations and minimize risks and liabilities.

Responsibilities

Vehicle Handling:

• Drive agency vehicle always assigned in a defensive manner.
• Ensure that vehicles and related equipment are always in place and in good working condition.

Documentation:

• Always fill out vehicle log sheets accurately and diligently.
• Report all faults and accidents promptly and correctly.
• Ensure all maintenance records and log sheets are filled appropriately.
• Vet all vehicle log sheets for correctness of all entries before information is captured in Vehicle Management System database.
• Check fuel purchases from TOMCARDS receipts to VMS entries monthly to reconcile any differences.
• Track performance of vehicles from Vehicle Management reports as well as repairs and maintenance costs and notify Supervisor of any anomalies.

Maintenance:

• Sanitise wheel and door handle to ensure protect passenger from COVID-19 infection. Follow all hygiene protocols to protect passengers.
• Ensure all vehicles are regularly and promptly maintained and repaired to maintain roadworthiness of vehicles to meet operational and other needs.
• Perform routine daily checks and diligently in accordance with Agency policy.
• Report faults and maintenance needs of vehicles and equipment to supervisor.
• Ensure that all tools and other accessories assigned are always accounted for.
• Fuel vehicles using mainly the TOTAL TOM CARDS.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of Senior High Secondary School Certificate with five (5) years’ driving experience.
• Valid Driving License (at least Class C) with clean driving record.
• Good knowledge of vehicle maintenance.
• Experience in supporting Administrative/Logistics is an added advantage.
• Excellent knowledge of road traffic regulations, road network and road safety best practices.
• Computer skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Key Working Relationships:

Internal:          CP staff and operations Department.

External:          Visitors, partners, guests.

Basic Qualifications 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one year of relevant experience
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively communicate

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)��

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

• Integrity
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation
• Builds Relationships
• Develops Talent
• Strategic Mindset
• Accountability & Stewardship