Job Description:

Drivers with Vehicles: 1 Based in Mosul & 1 Based in Duhok

Number Of positions: 2

Duration: 12 Months

Location: 1 based in Mosul, Ninewa Governorate, and 1 based Duhok, Duhok Governorate.

Reporting to: Logistic Assistant

Publishing date: 19th June 2025

Deadline of submission: 24th June 2025

About Us

The Lotus Flower is a non-governmental organization which is legally registered in the Federal Government of Baghdad and KRI. The Lotus Flower programs empower vulnerable women, girls and other community members  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 & IDP camps and implement projects to help them rebuild their lives and earn a living. We run multiple women’s and children centers for the IDP, refugee and host community in Iraq and have mobile teams in areas where static centers are not feasible.

The Lotus Flower services work to fill resource gaps by providing community-responsive programming which changes over time in response to feedback but revolves around 6 pillars from the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals:

·         Health & Safety (including MHPSS)

·         Education and Livelihoods

·         Peacebuilding & Human Rights

·         Climate Change

We aim to provide a foundation for women, girls, and other needed community members  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 communities to implement the programs. 

Our main 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. We strive for a world where they are safe from violence, free to access education, and are empowered to participate in their communities to drive social and economic change from within. We are investing in the future of women and girls because they play a vital role in resurrecting and strengthening communities. As local implementers, we work at the grassroots level to get right into the heart of communities. To ensure we meet their needs, we listen to the local community and employ local women to implement the programs.

The Lotus Flower has been widely recognized for its impactful and innovative work in advancing women's rights, economic empowerment, and justice for survivors. In 2021, the organization was honored with the CARE International Partnership Award, a prestigious recognition granted every four years to celebrate the professionalism and commitment of CARE’s global partners. Further affirming its dedication to women’s economic independence, The Lotus Flower received the IValues Award from the Friedrich Naumann Foundation under the “Economy and Jobs” category for the success and significance of its Women’s Business Incubation project. The organization also gained international acclaim through the PILnet Global Partnership Award for its groundbreaking initiative “Accountability for Yazidi Survivors of Atrocities by Da’esh,” which was recognized as one of the best cross-sectoral pro bono legal collaborations worldwide. Additionally, The Lotus Flower was a proud recipient of the UNHCR Innovation Award in 2022, further highlighting its commitment to delivering creative, impactful solutions for vulnerable communities.

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.

·         Maintain and update the relevant forms (vehicle logbooks, 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 with 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.

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

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

·         Ensure 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.

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

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

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

·         Inform TLF management in case of any damage detected or defects on the vehicles.

·         Suggest and report on appropriate services or repairs.

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

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

·         Carry out any delivery or collection duties as may be necessary.

·         Carry 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 degree or equivalent

·         Minimum of 2–5 years driving experience, preferably in Iraq and KRI

·         Good knowledge of the road networks in Ninewa, Erbil, Duhok and surrounding areas

·         Familiarity with GPS and navigation apps

·         Basic understanding of vehicle maintenance (checking oil, tires, etc.).

·         Valid driver’s license.

·         Clean driving record.

·         Understanding of local security dynamics and safety regulations.

·         Effective communication skills.

·         Punctual and reliable.

·         Good command of Arabic and Kurdish is mandatory.

Typical Vehicles

·         Minimum Specification: Model: 2019 and above

·         Type: SUV 4X4

·         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).

·         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 with a picture of your car and driving licence to “careers@thelotusflower.org” while mentioning

“Driver with Vehicle - Ninewa” as the subject of your email.

·         CVs that are in the form of pictures and screenshots will not be accepted.

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

·         Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

·         Applications past the expiration date of the advertisement will not be considered.