NRC Driver Jobs in Ethiopia 2026 – NGO Jobs in Ethiopia

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• Position Name: Driver
• Organization Name: Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
• Duty Location / City: Afar
• Job Application Deadline: April 6, 2026

Role and responsibilities

The driver is responsible for safely transporting NRC staff and equipment/materials to approved destinations.

Generic responsibilities 

• Transport NRC staff, visitors, documents and goods/materials to designated destinations when officially approved
• Ensure the safety and security of the passengers, the goods and the vehicle
• Immediately report accidents, breakdowns and needs of repair and general maintenance/service
• Respect the local traffic regulations and the NRC logistical/vehicle policies at all times
• Maintain the logbook for all trips
• Maintain the vehicle in proper operating condition at all times, including keeping the vehicle clean, ensuring enough fuel, checking the technical state etc.
• In liaison with the line manager, arrange for repairs and servicing
• Ensure the assigned vehicle has all the necessary documents and equipment
• Provide logistical support during trainings and workshops

Specific responsibilities 

• Always carry out basic security checks on the vehicles that he/she uses before starting driving and at the end of the day. (Battery water, fuel & oil levels, radiator water, Tire pressure/condition, etc.)
• Ensure the vehicle meets the maintenance schedule and should inform the Logistics Officer of any faults as and they occur.
• Maintain neat & accurate record of all journeys in the vehicle logbook.
• Report immediately any damage or accident to the immediate supervisor/Head of Office /Logistics Manager in Addis Ababa following correct procedures in the case of the accident, incident or complaints.
• Ensure that the vehicle is only used for NRC approved purposes.
• Keep and respect NRC driver rule and conduct.
• Responsible for the collection, storage, transport and final delivery of all goods in his/her vehicle.
• Ensure every passenger wears a Safety Belt before start driving the vehicle.
• No mobile phones are to be answered when driving
• The driver should manage his/her time properly and report promptly to work. S/he should also ensure that s/he is adequately rested prior to long journeys
• Drivers requiring prescription glasses must wear these at all times when driving
• The driver should familiarize him/herself with the local area and planned journey route prior to departure, particularly any security issues to be aware of

Generic professional competencies for this position: 

• 8-12th Grade complete with basic
• A minimum of Grade three valid driving licenses.
• Valid driver’s license
• 4 years and above experience from working as a Driver in a humanitarian/recovery context
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Knowledge about own skills/profile
• Some knowledge of English and Local Language

Context related skills; knowledge and experience (shall be adapted to the specific position):

• Good command of the local language and English too is an added advantage.
• Willing to travel to remote areas in the field, ability to work flexibly including weekends and willingness to travel and work in rural locations and live in basic conditions.
• Very good knowledge and application of the country’s as well as organization’s Driving, Road Transport & Traffic regulations
• General Knowledge Mechanical skills
• Communications Skills

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