Driver

Responsibilities

• The safe and efficient transportation of IRC personnel and materials
• The care and maintenance of IRC vehicles and their accessories
• The representation of IRC in a professional manner
• JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
• Thorough knowledge of road rules and regulations
• Good knowledge of the operation and components of vehicles (incl. 4x4s and vehicles with manual gear)
• Safe driving skills
• Skills in routine vehicle maintenance
• Knowledge (or ability to quickly learn) of HF, VHF and satellite communications equipment
• Team spirit and problem-solving abilities
• Able to carry out limited, unsupervised tasks
• Drivers must display an attitude and behavior that reflects well on both themselves and the
• Expected Deliverables
• Strict adherence to the IRC's vehicle policies and procedures, including the use of seatbelts by all passengers.
• Daily and pre-long distance vehicle checks.
• Accurate upkeep of the vehicle's log sheet.
• Maintaining the vehicle clean, fueled and mechanically sound.
• Inspecting and maintaining all vehicle accessories.
• Advising the Fleet manager of pending inspections, insurance renewal or any defects or problems.
• Minimum Requirements
• Valid driving license
• Minimum two years' work as a professional driver
• No road safety-related fines or convictions
• Spoken: Ukrainian, Russian, English is highly desirable
• Able to pass the IRC driving test
• Basic computer skills
• WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION
• These are some examples of other relevant information to include but is not an exhaustive list.
• This role requires full-time work in the office / outside the office, as per the route sheet
• Sometimes work on weekends may be required
• Work in the matrix organization
• Fast pace of working, multitasking and stressful work
• The organization cares about staff and provides flexible working options (start early-finish early, start later-finish later)
• While performing official duties, the driver may cross checkpoints, in compliance with all safety requirements and IRC procedures
• Short and long-term business trips within the Kharkiv and Sumy regions are possible
• IRC employees are eligible to the following benefits:
• Competitive salary
• Purposeful job and development opportunities
• English classes and unlimited online training courses
• Life Insurance
• Medical insurance for staff and family members
• Free psychological support to employees and their family members
• 30 calendar days of annual vacation with flexibility beyond the legally set minimum requirements
• Up to 10 days of paid medical leave
• PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
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Benefits

Additional Information

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 world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 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 you're 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.

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