Driver

The Driver is responsible for transporting employees, materials, and equipment across Plan Haiti offices and maintaining the vehicles in good working condition. The role involves vehicle upkeep, safe driving, and supporting administrative transport tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the vehicle used for work including daily checks of engine oil, brakes, fuel, power steering, water levels, and cleanliness
• Check vehicle conditions such as brakes, reflectors, bulbs, horn, wipers, and emergency equipment
• Ensure presence of vehicle documents (insurance, vehicle card, license, emergency contact list)
• Verify presence of first aid kits, fire extinguisher, potable water as needed
• Keep vehicle interior clean
• Report any malfunction, noise or issues related to vehicle operation
• Transport passengers, materials, equipment, and mail within Plan Haiti offices as needed
• Assist administration with pro forma invoices, delivery of correspondence and checks to clients, partners or offices
• Fill travel and maintenance logs, mission orders and obtain passenger signatures for administrative management
• Drive authorized passengers on agreed routes with care, responsibility and caution
• Ensure passengers comply with internal vehicle regulations such as seat belt use and prohibition of firearms
• Control all materials or equipment before delivery to recipients
• Assist with loading/unloading ensuring vehicle is not overloaded and materials are secured
• Adopt safe driving practices avoiding dangerous, poorly lit or restricted roads to protect passengers, personal safety and vehicle wear
• Ensure communication means are available and use mobile phones safely and briefly while driving
• Respect speed limits and maintain vehicle in good condition
• Participate in unit meetings and coordinate work within the transport sector
• Report any security incidents related to vehicle or transport sector risks
• Attend training sessions, seminars and conferences as recommended by supervisor
• Perform other related tasks assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• Secondary education level
• Valid driving license for 4-wheel vehicles
• Knowledge of traffic regulations and road code
• Basic mechanical knowledge is an asset
• Ability to drive moderately and prudently, ensuring safety without speeding
• References will be taken and background and anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plan International Child Protection Policy

Skills

• Valid driving license
• Traffic regulations knowledge
• Road Code Knowledge
• Safe Driving
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Mechanical Knowledge
• Transportation Coordination
• Vehicle Upkeep