Position title
Driver – Cambodia
Description

Douleurs Sans Frontières (DSF) is a French medical NGO operating in Cambodia since 1996. DSF’s current project aims at improving the quality of life for people facing life-limiting illnesses, through palliative care and psychosocial support. DSF works in collaboration with the local authorities and local partners to provide direct comprehensive and adapted care to patients and to build up the capacities of the public health system in its areas of expertise. DSF team is composed of Khmer medical and paramedical staff, supported by Khmer and expats support and management staff.

Responsibilities

Main tasks
Under the supervision of the Admin Coordinator, the driver ensures all aspects of the logistical transport of the project's human and material resources, ensuring compliance with technical and safety conditions, the country's Highway Code, and Douleurs Sans Frontières' safety rules. In addition, when the driver is not on a mission, he will support the logistics team by taking care of the vehicles and performing small office maintenance.

Transport activities of the project's material and human resources

  • Provide transport for project staff (in the province or in Phnom Penh), according to management validation. Weekly trips of several days are to be expected (accommodation and per diem covered).
  • Comply with established safety and traffic rules, and DSF driving standards.
  • Keep the vehicle logbook (km, fuel level) up to date and make proper use of the vehicle's technical documentation.
  • Regularly check the condition of the vehicle.

Vehicle management

  • Clean the vehicles (internally and externally).
  • Define the best route based on mission constraints. Provide advice to optimize itinerary and scheduling.
  • Regularly inquires about the availability of fuel (diesel, gasoline, gas) and refill tanks.
  • Identify suppliers for vehicle-related purchases (e.g., vehicle maintenance, fuel refills, etc.)
  • Carry out basic maintenance and repairs on the vehicles (oil changes, small repairs).

Minor maintenance at work

  • Carry out small maintenance work at the office (e.g. changing light bulb, fix a frame on the wall).
  • Carry out small purchase, upon request from the logistics team.
  • Provide logistical support, when required, to the project activities.

The Driver may be required to perform additional tasks not mentioned above but corresponding to thenature of his/her job

Qualifications
  • At least 3 years working experience as a driver
  • Driving license for more than 3 years, with use of manual vehicles
  • Exemplary behavior during missions and ability to represent DSF (e.g. courteous attitude)
  • Experience in NGO is a plus
  • Excellent and safe driving skills
  • Knowledge of car mechanics and capacity to provide technical advices
  • Speaking abilities in Khmer and English. Knowledge in French is a plus
Contacts

Interested qualified candidates are invited to send their CV, including references, to email address or Telegram below: (no phone call accepted).

  • Mail : coordoadmin.kh@douleurs.org
  • Telegram : 061 826 217
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Location
Phnom Penh
Base Salary
$275-$300 Per month
Date posted
August 16, 2024
Valid through
September 13, 2024
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