The ICRC is a neutral, impartial, and independent organization. Its exclusive humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflicts and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC endeavors to alleviate suffering by promoting and strengthening humanitarian law and universal humanitarian principles.

Purpose

The Light Vehicles Driver- Mechanic transports people and goods in a safe and timely manner, in accordance with ICRC rules and regulations and national traffic laws. He carries out preventive maintenance and repairs on ICRC vehicles and other logistics equipment in accordance with guidelines and recommendations.

Main Responsibilities:

Driver (60%):

• Drives light vehicles to transport people and/or material in strict adherence to internal security rules, national traffic laws and the ICRC principles of Fleet Safety Project.
• Adapts his driving style and speed to weather and road conditions.
• Drives in a safely manner, transports ICRC personnel and cargo according to Fleet and Logistics Procedures.
• Makes radio contacts (prior departure and upon arrival) according to the Delegation/SD security rules.
• Constantly monitors security conditions on the road.
• Reports to his supervisor the road conditions, delays and potential related problems when applicable.
• Checks that trips have been authorized where necessary.
• Drives in manner that minimizes fuel consumption and maintains vehicle in good technical condition.
• Provides assistance to passenger(s) in case of need.
• Driver must sign all the documents of goods loaded in his vehicle prior to any transportation process.
• Participates in the loading/unloading process, and he is responsible of all the cargo transported by his vehicle until the hand over with the final beneficiary.
• Reports vehicle accident immediately (incl. minor ones-scratches, dents) and produces the incident report according to Fleet procedures.
• Ensures that goods are stored inside the vehicle according to local, international and ICRC safety standards.
• Driver is responsible of all the equipment on board of vehicle (tool kit, snow chains, spare tyre, first aid kit, radio equipment, etc…).
• Checks assigned vehicle(s)` equipment and general functioning of road safety critical components: brake system, components of power steering system, suspension system, tyres and visibility (windscreen, wipers and lights condition).
• Ensures that vehicle is kept fuelled and clean at all the times, both inside and outside.
• Makes sure that the assigned vehicle is equipped with all the relevant and updated vehicle documentation (mileage and fuel records, etc.).
• Ensures that risks are mitigated by performing the controls assigned to his role as described in the Logistics Risk and Control Matrix.

Mechanic (40%):

• Carries out necessary types of service and minor repairs on light vehicles, generators and other ICRC mechanical equipment and takes part in welding, body repairs and painting process if required according to WSM/KAB & ICRC Fleet Standard.
• Ensures that all service and repair forms (reports) are correctly filled out and forwarded without delay to WSM/KAB + LOG/MAZ in CC.
• Informs his supervisor of all the technical problems and possible repairs in due time.
• Is responsible for the Fleet spare parts stock, its management/inventory and replenishment.
• Assists with fueling and cleaning vehicles where required.
• Ensures that technical and personal security standards are followed as regards their work.
• Is responsible for tools or other property issued to him by the ICRC.

• Secondary school diploma.
• Knowledge of the local language(s).
• Knowledge (spoken and written) of English.
• 3 years of proven experience with International Humanitarian Organizations.
• Experience in automobile & generator maintenance.
• Good knowledge of mechanics.
• Good knowledge of the area of assignment.
• Driving license cat. B, C and D held for at least five years.
• Armored vehicle and truck driving experiences are assets.

Please submit your applications to: maz_recruitment_services@icrc.org no later than 09-January-2025.

ATTENTION : Clearly indicate vacancy number (KUD-DLVA209012025​​) in the email subject line, applications not mentioning the mentioned vacancy number in the email subject line, will not be considered.

Please note that hard copy CVs will not be considered.

Complete files matching with the profile will be considered and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment.

We welcome applications from all male qualified candidates. “Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, disability is considered an asset.“.

CVs received will be subject to the rules of the Data Protection of the ICRC (Data Controller) and will only be used for the purpose they were sent for and will not be kept after the end of the process or shared with third parties without consent of the sender.

https://www.icrc.org/en/publication/4261-icrc-rules-on-personal-data-protection#

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The ICRC recently noticed that a number of individuals and online pages are offering fake services in the name of the organization in return for money. Please note that all ICRC services are completely free of charge and at no point the organization or its staff would ask for money be it during its recruitment process or any other services in the country. Please remain cautious and avoid sharing your personal information through online links. We thank you in advance for your understanding.

Important notice: The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has recently become aware that a number of individuals and online pages are offering fraudulent services in the name of the organization in exchange for payment. Please note that all ICRC services are completely free of charge and that the organization or its staff never ask for money during recruitment processes or for other services in the country. Please be careful and refrain from sharing personal information in online links. Thank you in advance.

Important notice: The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has recently become aware of a number of individuals and online sites offering fraudulent services under the name of the organization in exchange for payment. Please note that all ICRC services are completely free of charge and that the organization or its staff never ask for money during the recruitment process or for other services in the country. Please be careful and refrain from sharing your personal information through online links. We thank you in advance for your understanding.

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