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Roster - Driver

Odessa

  • Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
  • Location: Odessa
  • Grade: All levels - Multiple grades
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Administrative support
    • Logistics
    • Transport and Distribution
  • Closing Date:

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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

·Thesafe and efficient transportationofIRCpersonnel and materials

·ThecareandmaintenanceofIRCvehiclesandtheiraccessories

  • The representation of IRC in a professional manner

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

·Thorough knowledgeofroad rulesandregulations

·Good knowledge of the operation and components of vehicles (incl. 4x4s and vehicles with manual gear)

·Safe driving skills

·Skillsinroutinevehiclemaintenance

·Knowledge(orabilitytoquicklylearn)ofHF,VHF andsatellite communicationsequipment

·Teamspiritandproblem-solvingabilities

·Abletocarryoutlimited,unsupervisedtasks

Driversmustdisplayanattitudeandbehaviorthatreflectswellonboth themselvesandthe

ExpectedDeliverables

·StrictadherencetotheIRC’svehiclepoliciesandprocedures,includingthe useofseatbeltsbyallpassengers.

·Dailyandpre-longdistancevehicle checks.

·Accurate upkeepofthe vehicle’slogsheet.

·Maintainingthevehicleclean,fueledandmechanicallysound.

·Inspectingandmaintainingallvehicleaccessories.

·AdvisingtheFleetmanagerofpendinginspections,insurancerenewaloranydefectsor problems.

MinimumRequirements

·Validdrivinglicense

·Minimumtwo years’ work as a professional driver

·No roadsafety-relatedfinesor convictions

·Spoken: Ukrainian, Russian,English is highly desirable

·Abletopassthe IRCdrivingtest

·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. Include the points that are relevant for your position or add more.

  • 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



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.
We do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead.
Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.