Driver

The Driver role supports humanitarian and recovery activities in north-east Ukraine by ensuring safe, timely and efficient transportation of staff, materials and documents, as well as providing logistical and basic administrative support to programme and operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Transport NRC staff, visitors, documents, and goods/materials to designated destinations when officially approved
• Ensure the safety and security of passengers, goods, and the vehicle at all times
• Respect local traffic laws and NRC vehicle and logistical policies
• Maintain accurate vehicle logbooks and trip documentation
• Ensure the vehicle is kept in good operating condition, including cleanliness, fuel level and technical checks
• Immediately report accidents, breakdowns, damages, or maintenance needs
• Liaise with the line manager regarding vehicle servicing, repairs, and inspections
• Ensure the vehicle carries all required documents and safety equipment
• Provide logistical support during trainings, workshops, and field missions
• Ensure compliance with NRC policies, guidance and procedures
• Drive NRC vehicles for delivery and collection of mail, documents, parcels, equipment and other materials as requested by the line manager
• Support programme teams with loading, unloading and transportation of humanitarian assistance during field missions
• Provide basic clerical and administrative support to operational and programme activities when required
• Accept flexible working hours based on operational needs; overtime is compensated according to NRC regulations
• Support movement planning and coordination in collaboration with logistics colleagues
• Perform other duties as delegated by the line manager

Requirements

• Valid driving license
• Proven experience working as a driver, preferably in humanitarian, recovery or emergency contexts
• Experience operating in complex and volatile environments
• Demonstrated ability to handle responsibility for people and assets
• Basic knowledge of English is an advantage
• Basic computer literacy (MS Word, internet applications)
• Knowledge of the local context and road conditions in northern Ukraine
• Humanitarian-related trainings or certificates are an advantage
• Experience driving outside of Ukraine and the legal right to cross borders is an advantage
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing security and operational conditions

Skills

• Valid driving license
• Humanitarian Driving Experience
• Operating in volatile environments
• Asset responsibility
• Basic computer literacy
• MS Word
• Internet Applications
• Local Road Network Knowledge
• Cross-border driving
• Security Awareness
• Logistical Support

Languages

English