Organizational Context

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, with a network of 191-member National Societies (NSs). The overall aim of IFRC is “to inspire, encourage, facilitate, and promote at all times all forms of humanitarian activities by NSs with a view to preventing and alleviating human suffering and thereby contributing to the maintenance and promotion of human dignity and peace in the world.”  IFRC works to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people before, during and after disasters, health emergencies and other crises.

The IFRC is part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (Movement), together with its member National Societies and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The work of IFRC is guided by the following fundamental principles: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality.

The IFRC is led by its Secretary General, and has its Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. The Headquarters are organized into four main Divisions: (i) National Society Development and Coordination, (ii) Humanitarian Diplomacy and Digitalization, (iii) Management and Accountability and (iv) People and Strategy.

The IFRC has five regional offices in Africa, Asia Pacific, Middle East and North Africa, Europe, and the Americas.  IFRC also has country cluster delegations and country delegations throughout the world. Together, the Geneva Headquarters and the field structure (regional, cluster and country) comprise the IFRC Secretariat.

The IFRC has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment and other forms of harassment, abuse of authority, discrimination, and lack of integrity (including but not limited to financial misconduct). IFRC also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. 

Job Purpose

To deliver driving and administrative support to the Cluster in facilitating the smooth onboarding of the new HoD, while also providing occasional operational assistance to the Cluster under the overall supervision of the Senior Protocol and Logistics Officer.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Safely drive Federation fleet vehicles for the transport of passengers and cargo as instructed and ensure that all occupants of the vehicle are wearing safety belts
  • Ensure proper use and security of assigned Federation vehicles and equipment. Also ensure the vehicles are cleaned, refuelled and are in operational condition at all times.
  • Make correct entries into the log book and ensure proper records are kept of all the spare keys, repairs, equipment (e.g. radios, antennae, etc) and fuel intakes.
  • Perform daily inspections for the assigned or any other vehicles and report to the supervisor accordingly.
  • Understand and obey all applicable traffic signs, rules and regulations.
  • Make any such repairs that are necessary for the efficient operation of the vehicles including changing tyres in case of a puncture, changing oils, car batteries, etc.
  • Advise supervisor of needed maintenance of the assigned vehicle.
  • Carry out pre-repairs and post-repairs inspection.
  • Follow up monthly service repairs and generate reports.
  • Perform other technical duties as assigned

Education

  • Secondary level education, Preferred tertiary education
  • Valid South African driving license and valid certificate of good conduct
  • Public Drivers' Permit

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years working experience in a similar position
  • Working experience with international organisations, NGO or Embassy is highly desirable

Knowledge, Skills and Languages

  • Proficient computer skills
  • Mechanical knowledge, training in first aid or security is an advantage
  • Broad understanding of Red Cross/Red Crescent activities
  • Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and work under pressure
  • Sensitive to diversity
  • Attention to detail
  • Fluently spoken and written English

Competencies, Values and Comments

  • Values: Respect for diversity; Integrity; Professionalism; Accountability
  • Core competencies: Communication; Collaboration and teamwork; Judgement and decision making; National society and customer relations; Creativity and innovation; Building trust

To the interested applicants, please note that the shortlist will be done on a rolling base. 


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