Driver North-East Ukraine Kharkiv

Transport NRC staff, visitors, documents, and goods/materials.

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Overview

Transport NRC staff, visitors, documents, and goods/materials.

You have:

  • Valid driver’s license
  • Experience from working as a Driver in a humanitarian/recovery context
  • Previous experience working as a Driver of Armored Vehicles is a strong asset
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Some knowledge of English
  • Right to cross the border and driving experience abroad
  • Professional humanitarian related certificates of the courses/training completion are appreciated

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is reinforcing its presence in North-East Ukraine and establishes an Area Office based in Kharkiv. The Area Office North - East (AONE) will become a new area office, scaled up from the current Kharkiv Field Office, and will start being operational in the first half of 2026. The Area Programme Manager will take an active part in this scale up.

AONE will cover regions of Kharkiv and Sumy where current Field Office (FO) in Shostka will, in first half of 2026, structurally move to be under new Kharkiv AONE.

The key sectors of intervention covered by the North-East area office will include Shelter, Information Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA), Protection from Violence, Education, and emergency response through cash assistance.

This position is open to candidates who have the legal right to work in Ukraine. Please note that we are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position.

Qualifications

Competencies Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organisation to deliver desired results. They are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following two categories:

Professional competencies These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance.

Generic professional competencies for this position: • Valid driver’s license • Experience from working as a Driver in a humanitarian/recovery context • Previous experience working as a Driver of Armored Vehicles is a strong asset • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities • Some knowledge of English

Responsibilities

Role and responsibilities The Driver is responsible for transporting NRC staff, visitors, documents and goods/materials to designated destinations when officially approved within an area, country or other location.

Generic responsibilities These responsibilities shall be the same for all positions with the same title. The responsibilities shall be short and essential. Details belong in the Work- and Professional Development Plan.

1. Transport NRC staff, visitors, documents and goods/materials to designated destinations when officially approved. 2. Ensure the safety and security of the passengers, the goods and the vehicle. 3. Immediately report accidents, breakdowns and needs of repair and general maintenance/service 4. Respect the local traffic regulations and the NRC logistical/vehicle policies at all times. 5. Maintain the logbook for all trips. 6. Maintain the vehicle in proper operating condition at all times, including keeping the vehicle clean, ensuring enough fuel, checking the technical state etc. 7. In liaison with the line manager, arrange for repairs and servicing. 8. Ensure the assigned vehicle has all the necessary documents and equipment. 9. Provide logistical support during trainings and workshops.

Specific responsibilities These responsibilities shall be adapted to the particularities of the job location and context, phase of operation, strategic focus and type of programme intervention. This section shall be revised whenever a new employee is hired or the context changes significantly. • Driving the vehicle for delivery and collection of mails, documents, pouches, equipment and other administrative tasks upon the request of direct supervisor; • To provide support to program teams in loading, unloading and delivery humanitarian aids in the missions as required; • To accept the flexible working hours, depending on mission requirements (overtime is reimbursed according to NRC regulations). • Provide clerical support to operational and programme activities; • Performing other duties as required.

Context related skills, knowledge and experience (shall be adapted to the specific position): • professional humanitarian related certificates of the courses/training completion are appreciated; • the right to cross the border and driving experience abroad is appreciated.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with driving in complex and volatile contexts? This assesses your ability to handle challenging driving conditions in humanitarian settings. Provide specific examples of locations and situations you've managed.
What safety measures do you take to ensure the security of passengers and goods? Understanding road safety protocols is crucial for this role. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you maintain a vehicle's operational condition? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you tell us about a time when you had to adapt to changing plans? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you do in case of an accident or breakdown? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How comfortable are you driving armored vehicles? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What logistical support experience do you have? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide examples of your clerical support experience? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 2 months ago - Updated 1 month ago - Source: nrc.no