The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Safe and efficient transportation of IRC personnel and materials
• Safe and responsible operation of standard and armored IRC vehicles in accordance with their technical specifications and established procedures
• Maintenance and servicing of IRC vehicles and their accessories
• Professional representation of IRC
• Conducting daily checks and inspections of the vehicle before each trip, taking into account its specific technical and operational characteristics
• Meticulous maintenance of the vehicle logbook, route logs, and other documents required by IRC
• Adherence to IRC-established safety procedures, routes, traffic rules, and communication requirements while working in areas with elevated security risks
• Application of defensive driving principles, taking into account road, weather, and security conditions
• Performing other job-related tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor

Requirements:

• A valid Class B and C driver's license
• Practical experience driving vehicles in the relevant weight class
• Practical experience driving armored vehicles is a plus
• Experience working as a driver for humanitarian organizations, international nongovernmental organizations, or in high-security-risk environments is a plus
• Possession of a certificate or completion of specialized training in driving armored vehicles (Armored Vehicle Training) is a plus
• Knowledge of the principles of safe and defensive driving (Defensive Driving)
• Ability to safely operate a vehicle, taking into account its increased weight, dimensions, and braking distance
• Basic understanding of vehicle maintenance and the ability to independently identify obvious technical malfunctions
• Conducting pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Willingness to work and travel in areas with elevated security risks in accordance with IRC procedures

Education:

• A high school diploma; vocational (technical) education
• A valid driver's license for categories B and C

Experience:

• At least three years of experience as a professional driver; strong practical skills in driving vehicles with a manual transmission

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• Basic English skills (A2–B1) are preferred; fluency in Ukrainian/Russian is required
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work in a team, discipline and reliability, polite communication, and friendliness
• Ability to follow established procedures under stress and during periods of high workload
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in traffic, weather, and safety conditions

Work Environment and Other Relevant Information:

• This position is full-time and based in the office following the completion of the probationary period
• Business travel may account for up to 30% of your time
• The position involves travel to areas with elevated security risks, including frontline territories
• No overtime required
• Occasional weekend work may be required
• Work under a matrix structure
• Fast-paced work, multitasking, and psychological pressure
• The organization cares for its staff and offers a flexible work schedule (start early,finish early, start late,finish late)
• Employees may be assigned to drive Category C armored vehicles after completing the appropriate in-house or certified training
• Compliance with all IRC safety requirements and procedures is mandatory during business travel

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Goal-oriented work and opportunities for growth
• English language classes and unlimited access to online training courses
• Life insurance
• Health insurance for employees and their family members
• Free mental health counseling for employees and their family members
• 30 calendar days of annual leave with flexible terms that exceed the statutory minimum requirements
• Up to 10 days of paid sick leave

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