Driver (Armored Vehicles) – Kherson, Ukraine

About the role

The International Rescue Committee is seeking a professional driver to support humanitarian operations in Kherson, Ukraine. You will be responsible for the safe and efficient transport of staff, beneficiaries and material, operating both standard and armored vehicles in high‑risk environments.

Key responsibilities

• Transport IRC personnel and materials safely and efficiently.
• Operate standard and armored vehicles according to technical specifications and established procedures.
• Conduct daily pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections and maintain vehicle logbooks and route logs.
• Apply defensive driving principles, adhering to safety procedures, traffic rules and security protocols.
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Carry out additional tasks assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Required profile

• Valid Class B and Class C driver’s licenses.
• At least three years of professional driving experience, including manual transmission.
• High school diploma or vocational technical education.
• Willingness and ability to work in areas with elevated security risks.
• Basic English skills (A2‑B1) preferred; fluency in Ukrainian/Russian required.

Required skills

• Class B driver’s license.
• Class C driver’s license.
• Armored vehicle operation (training a plus).
• Defensive driving techniques.
• Basic vehicle maintenance and inspection.
• Basic computer skills.

What we offer

• Competitive salary.
• Health and life insurance for employee and family members.
• Free mental health counseling for employee and family members.
• 30 calendar days of annual leave with flexible terms.
• Paid sick leave.
• English language classes and unlimited access to online training courses.
• Flexible work schedule.