Terre des hommes is looking for a proactive, energetic, and organised Driver of vehicles, to join its team in Kharkiv city, to support in the implementation of its projects. If you are looking for a meaningful job that will make a lasting impact on the lives of children, we want to meet you.
Terre des hommes (Tdh) is the leading Swiss organisation for children’s aid. Since 1960, Tdh has helped build a better future for children and youth, especially those most exposed to risks, making an impact with innovative and sustainable solutions. Active in more than 30 countries, Tdh works with its own teams and/or local and international partners to develop and implement field projects which significantly improve the daily lives of over four million children and members of their communities every year, with a focus on mother and child health, migration, and access to justice for children.
In Europe, Tdh strives to ensure the full realisation of children’s rights, equally and without discrimination. We are present in Albania, Kosovo, Moldova, Romania, Ukraine, Hungary, and Greece, while together with partners, we reach children in other 14 European countries.
Tdh started operations in Ukraine in 2015 and operated until February 2022 through 2 operational offices in Mariupol and Sievierodonetsk, while maintaining a coordination/representation office in Kyiv. Following the Invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation Army, the Tdh team has relocated in Ivano Frankivsk, where it started operations for the area of West Ukraine, which is the first operational base for the response to the current humanitarian crisis. The organization is aiming to operate in the Kyiv and surrounding areas and potentially in East Ukraine. We are providing various services to children, youth and their families in the conflict affected area, with a strong focus on psychosocial support.
For more information, please check https://www.tdh.ch/en https://tdh-ukraine.org/en www.facebook.com/TdhUkraine/
The driver is responsible for the safe transportation of passengers and/or accompanying cargo, as well as for performing other tasks required by the delegation. He/she is obliged to follow strict instructions and safety guidelines provided by the supervisor.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drives a company car, taking into account compliance with traffic rules;
- Checks the general condition of the vehicle and its cleanliness on a daily basis (checks the levels of technical fluids, tire pressure, etc;)
- Complies with the requirements of traffic rules, rules for the transportation of goods and people.
- Controls the efficiency of the use of fuels and lubricants and other consumables.
- Fills vehicles with the necessary fuel/diesel, keeps all supporting primary documents (fiscal checks, receipts, receipts) and submits them to the management. Ensures the storage and use of fuel cards.
- Checks the technical condition of the vehicle before leaving the park and upon return.
- Ensures the safety of parking lots;
- Provides first aid to victims of road accidents.
- Monitors the timely renewal of car insurance and the necessary documents in case of international travel;
Maintains a daily vehicle logbook both in hard copy and in electronic format in Excel;
- Checks and participates in the loading and unloading of the vehicle, and coordinates this process if necessary.
- Immediately notifies the supervisor of any accidents, damage, assaults or thefts related to the vehicle.
Education / Qualifications:
- Completion of primary education or equivalent technical or commercial school;
- Valid driver's license of category "B";
- Safe driving experience of at least 5 years;
- Practical knowledge of labor and environmental protection regulations and safe driving.
- Ability to provide first aid.
Work experience:
- At least 3 years of experience in a similar position;
- Contingency driving skills (desirable);
- Previous experience working in a multinational team or in humanitarian missions is desirable;
Language skills: Fluency in Ukrainian (spoken and written); English language skills will be an advantage;
IT skills: Basic knowledge of IT (Microsoft Office, Internet).
Skills and qualities:
- Excellent knowledge of the traffic rules of the Eastern and Central regions of Ukraine;
- Basic car maintenance and handling skills;
- Good interpersonal and communication skills;
- Willingness to be flexible and ready to contribute to the organization by performing other duties as required.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their application (CV and motivation in English) to ukr.office@tdh.ch mention in the title of the email the position “Driver of vehicles”.
Child Safeguarding Policy:
To commit to respect Tdh Risk Management Policies including Child Safeguarding Policy, Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy.
GDPR compliance:
By sending your application, you agree that your personal data will be used in the recruitment process. All the documents we will request in different steps of the recruitment process will only be used for this purpose.
All staff involved in recruitment and selection are aware that data protection rules apply, and that personal information will be treated confidentially. According to our policy, we will keep your application documents for the period of the recruitment only.
Due to an anticipated high number of applications, Tdh is not in a position to respond to every applicant individually. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.
