Driver

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the worlds largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 50 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If youre a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Job Overview:
All IRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity, accountability. These attitudes and beliefs shall guide our actions and relationships.
The Driver is responsible for transporting IRC staff, visitors, documents and/or goods/materials to designated destinations when officially approved and permitted within an operational area, country and/or other location.

This position will be based in Dnipro, with occasional travel to other locations in Ukraine as permitted upon program`s request. As this is a fluid and rapidly changing context, length of assignment may change based on the needs of the IRC`s programs.

Major Responsibilities:
(These responsibilities shall be the same for all positions with the same title. The responsibilities shall be short and essential. Details belong in the Work- and Professional Development Plan.)

• Transport IRC staff, visitors, documents and/or goods/materials to designated destinations when officially approved and permitted;
• 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;
• Always respect the local traffic regulations and the IRC logistical/vehicle policies;
• Maintain the logbook for all trips;
• Always maintain the vehicle in proper operational condition, including keeping the vehicle clean, ensuring enough fuel, monitoring 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 in accordance with the IRC logistical/vehicle policies at all times;

Job Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license
• Experience from working as a Driver in a humanitarian/recovery context preferred;
• Previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts;
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities;
• Must be willing to short/long trips around Ukraine.

Working Environment:

• Ability in handling occasional insecure environments;
• Working with people;
• Coping with change;
• Communicate with impact and respect.

Languages Requirements: Fluency in Ukrainian, Intermediate English, and Russian as an asset.
Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.