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.

KEY 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, or a hybrid type of working is possible after probation period

• Applicants must have a home or alternate workspace so they can effectively complete their work during regularly scheduled work hours. • 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) 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