Driver/Logistics Assistant

Secours Islamique France (SIF) is a Non-Governmental Organization of international solidarity based in France. Founded in 1991, SIF is a nonprofit and non-political organization that intends to help, to bring relief and to protect the lives of those threatened by natural disasters, armed
conflicts or by economic collapse. SIF is an Islamic Relief worldwide family member and intervenes in more than 30 countries around the world through operations of emergency aid, recovery and development. It is present in Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Europe. Our goal is to help people suffering everywhere in the world. SIF provides its help in the respect of the cultural diversity, without any distinction of origin, religion or sex.

Position: Driver/Logistics Assistant, Full time
Location: Ramallah Office, with frequent travel
Duration: 12 months (extendable)

SUMMARY :
The Driver plays an important role in transporting team members and deliveries from Ramallah office to field sites, as well as undertaking support tasks in Ramallah and Jerusalem. The job includes vehicle care and maintenance, ensuring the safety of team members as per security guidelines, ensuring regular communication and coordination with other SIF staff / administration related to vehicle logs and reports.

QALIFICATIONS AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
-Strong experiences in caring for vehicles.
-Good experience in working for INGOs.
-Ability to undertake regular travel to program sites in West Bank
-Demonstrated commitment to working as part of a team, in a support role
-Valid drivers’ licence with good driving skills and clean record.
-Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines under pressure, and to complete work with high quality and attention to detail
-Proven English language- reading & writing

SPECIFIC TASKS :
-To collect and deliver small items related to program procurement and delivery
-To transport SIF staff to desired locations within West Bank.
-To ensure that SIF vehicles are properly maintained.
-To maintain log books
-To run errands for the Logistics team and the Emergency Team
-Following procedures at checkpoints and when travelling in convoy.
-Observing safe driving practices.
-To carry out administrative or basic maintenance tasks within the office as requested.
-To be available to work overtime or at weekends when requested

DESIRABLE:
Experience in adhering to security protocols and procedures
-Proven Hebrew language- reading & writing.

Apply:
Submit a resume, cover letter, including 3 professional references (e-mail address and phone number must be included), and a date of availability to [email protected] in English only.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. The email subject line MUST include exact position.
Deadline to apply is 13/12/2011 Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Please submit only by email: CVs that do not meet the qualifications above will not be considered.