Job Description:

Driver with Car (Pickup)

Number of positions: 1

Duration: 4 months

Location: Duhok Governorates and Zakho

Deadline of submission: 26 Feb 2023 

About Us:

The Lotus Flower is a non-governmental organization which empowers vulnerable women and girls so that they are safe, have opportunities to learn, the tools to become financially independent and the freedom to lead change. We provide safe social spaces inside refugee camps and implement projects to help them rebuild their lives and earn a living. We run four women’s centers for the IDP, refugee and host community in Kurdistan 

Our programs are based around pillars from the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Goals:

·       Health & Safety

·       Education & Livelihoods

·       Peace building & Human Rights

Our centers implement much-needed livelihood training, language courses, computer training, mental health support, fitness and health training, and awareness sessions and advocacy on women's rights and gender-based violence. 

We aim to provide the foundation for women to rebuild themselves, their families, and their futures. As local implementers, we work at the grassroots level to get right into the heart of communities, listening to local needs and employing local women to implement the programs. Our fundamental belief is that women and girls are powerful drivers of change, and we provide the support they need to reach their full potential and rebuild their futures.

Driver Responsibilities:

·       Safely transporting The Lotus Flower staff as well as various products and materials to and from specified locations in a timely manner.

·       Adjusting travel routes to avoid traffic congestion or road construction.

·       Maintaining and updating the relevant forms (vehicle log books, and other relevant fleet management forms assigned to each of TLF vehicles and submit them to the respective line manager at the end of each month.

·       Promptly informing the organization of any tickets issued against The Lotus Flower vehicle during work hours.

·       Ensuring that the vehicle is always parked in areas that permit parking in order to avoid towing.

·       Keeping the vehicle clean and properly maintained by performing regular washing, cleaning and vehicle maintenance.

·       Ensuring that the vehicle allocated are checked and maintained on a daily basis concerning fuel, water, oil and other fluids, tyre pressure and any repair requirements.

·       Performing general check-up on the cars (engine oil, brake oil, tyre pressure, wiper fluid, radiator fluid, safety standard kit and repair standard kit) to make sure the car is roadworthy prior to starting the shift.

·        Ensuring that the vehicles are always at minimum half a tank and to re-fuel when necessary.

·       Providing accurate time records of vehicle’s coming and goings.

·       Checking weekly vehicle schedule for the office (missions, transportation needs), prepare necessary plans/arrangements and reports on changes.

·        Ensuring that all equipment and accessories are in good order.

·        Reporting any accident or driving incident, even minor, to TLF management as quickly as possible and complete necessary reports.

·        Informing TLF management in case of any detected damages or defects on the vehicles.

·        Suggesting and reporting on appropriate services or repairs.

·        Obeying all road traffic regulations, including the wearing of seat belts.

•       Assisting TLF office with clerical/administrative duties as required; however, driving duties or tasks  priority.

•      Carrying out any delivery or collection duties as may be necessary.

•      Carrying out any other duties that may reasonably or exceptionally be required to ensure the smooth operation of TLF work and optimize the functioning of the office, such as replacing absent colleagues, carrying out administrative tasks, etc.

Driver Requirements:

·       High school education or equivalent

·       Valid driver’s license.

·       Clean driving record.

·       Sound knowledge of road safety regulations.

·       Working knowledge of local roads and routes.

·       The ability to utilize maps, GPS systems, and car manuals.

·       Effective communication skills.

·       Punctual and reliable.

·       Good command of Arabic and Kurdish is mandatory. 

Typical Vehicles

·       Minimum Specification: Model: 2016 and above

·       Type: Pickup

·       The Vehicle must be in sound and safe condition and free of any known faults or defects that would affect its safe operation under normal use (ALL AIRBAGS SHOULD WORK)

·       Engine Capacity: 2700 CC

·       Brakes: ABS

·       Transmission: Automatic

·       Door locking: Remote central

·       Fuel Type: Gasoline

·       Provision of Fire Extinguisher, First Aid Kit, Tool Kit, Towing Rope, etc.

·       Provision of car registration, service, periodic maintenance, and repairs

·       Valid driver license. 

How to apply:

·       Please send your updated CV to careers@thelotusflower.org  while mentioning “Driver “ as the subject of your email,

·       CVs and cover letters that are in the form of pictures, and screen-shots will not be accepted.

·       CVs that do not include the subject line will not be considered.

·       Due to the volume of applications only successful applicants will be contacted.