Vacancy Announcement
Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in
more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity
and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future. Mercy Corps has been working in Liberia since 2002.
Mercy Corps invites applications from all interested and potential Liberian candidates for the following
position(s):
1. Driver – 01 position, based in Grand Bassa County with frequent travel to field sites.
Please find below the full position description for this position.
“Fostering a diverse and open workplace is an important part of Mercy Corps’ vision, and we encourage people from all
backgrounds, especially women and members of disadvantaged groups to apply. Mercy Corps is an Equal Opportunity
Employer”.
How to apply?
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit their detailed CV with a cover letter along with other relevant
certificates to the email address lr-jobs@mercycorps.org Or apply through the system below. You are requested to mention the title of the position on the subject
line of the e-mail while applying.
Hard copies of the CV with cover letter along with all relevant certificates can be dropped at Mercy Corps’ Office located at
“Sophie, Tubman Boulevard, Opposite SOS Medical Center, Monrovia”. Label the left corner of the envelop with the title of
the position for which you are applying.
Last date for the submission of CV’s is February 28, 2020 by 04:00 pm. Mercy Corps reserves the right to accept or reject
DRIVER
Position Description
Location: Buchanan, Grand Bassa Office
Position Status: Full time
Salary Level: 1
Current Team Member: N/A
About Mercy Corps
Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship,
in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over
adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future.
Program / Department Summary
Mercy Corps has been present in Liberia since 2002, focusing its interventions on Governance, Youth Livelihoods,
Economic Growth and Development. With funding from the EU, SIDA and USDA, Mercy Corps has been able to work
together with communities in Liberia to respond to their various needs bringing benefits to more than 40,000 beneficiaries
through the provision of employment and entrepreneurship opportunities and access to energy.
Mercy Corps’ Strengthening Maternal and Infant Healthcare in Liberia (SAFE) Programme, will leverage the GoL’s
commitment to improved health services, and through both national and community level efforts to improve the health
status of 15,000 women of reproductive age and children under five in rural communities of Liberia. The one-year
programme, funded by UAE MOFAIC will ensure vulnerable Liberian women of reproductive age and children under five
have improved health status.
General Position Summary
The Driver will work with the Mercy Corps’ Strengthening Maternal and Infant Healthcare in Liberia (SAFE) to provide safe
transport series for SAFT program, support staff in the described AOR (Area of Responsibility). The Drive will adhere to all
traffic and MC safety rules and follow the transport guidelines required by the MC transport department.
Essential Job Responsibilities
 Operate MC vehicles as assigned by supervisor.
 Maintain vehicle log-sheets in accordance with MC policies/regulations.
 Check the vehicle conditions after each trip/routinely – report needs and problems to transport management.
 Adhere to all safety and communication protocols as advised by Mercy Corps and supervisor.
 Responsible for the safekeeping of all vehicle equipment, tools, first aid kits, spares etc.
 Keep the vehicle ready, clean and on standby – ready for use at all times.
 Assist, as required, with logistics in the office and guesthouse daily workloads.
 Cooperate and be of assistance to staff and visitors – assist in troubleshooting potential problems during daily
business.
 Report all maintenance needs of the vehicle to transport management on a regular basis;
 Undertake field assignments as assigned.
 Work night shifts at MC guesthouses – as assigned by Supervisor with the understanding these are 12 hour shifts.
 Adherence to all MC policies and procedures as outlined in MC policies and procedure manuals.
 Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps
and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission in country of operation.
Security
 Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
 Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.
Organizational Learning
 As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning
organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team
members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.
Accountability to Beneficiaries
 Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically
to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while
actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field
projects.
 Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs
and MC’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Accountability
Reports Directly To: Operations Officer
Works Directly with: SAFE Program Team, Finance & Operations. Coordinates with Mercy Corps program and operations staff in
the office/guesthouse.
Knowledge and Experience
 Valid driver’s license and experience driving 4×4 vehicles.
 Must respect and adhere to all safety and traffic rules.
 Basic understanding of English and fluency in all local languages is required.
 Knowledge of routes, duty stations, project areas, the NGO and diplomatic community is required.
Success Factors
A strong team member will be conscientious, with excellent judgement, capable of multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem solving and
attention to detail with strategic vision. S/he must have the confidence, and humility, to work effectively with a large variety of
people who will be diverse culturally, economically and in social status. Working as part of a team and coordinating with project
personnel, as well as strong organizational skills, are essential to this position. Ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and
work independently and cooperatively with team members. Experience taking the lead on unfamiliar tasks within diverse culture
contexts.