Job Opportunities in Ukraine

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 50 countries and more than 25 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.

Background of Country and Emergency Response:
Months of escalating Russian hostility towards Ukraine have culminated in a concerted invasion of the country and the launch of military attacks across multiple cities in Ukraine, with a view to destabilize the country and provoke a change in government. Fleeing insecurity, Ukrainians are travelling west, with Poland establishing 8 reception centers along its border with Ukraine, for an estimated 1 million arrivals. The International Rescue Committee helps people whose lives and livelihood have been shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and regain control of their future.

Between February 7-23, 2022, an IRC team undertook a scoping mission covering Poland and Ukraine to better understand the context, humanitarian and civil society landscape, and anticipated service gaps in the event of an escalation of conflict in Ukraine and consequent displacement into neighboring Poland. As of February 24th, the IRC has pivoted to an emergency response, and have identified partner agencies in Poland and Ukraine to facilitate immediate assistance that can be used where it is the most needed. Simultaneously, IRC/partners will launch a rapid needs assessment to better understand the humanitarian needs in both Poland and Ukraine and how IRC can complement partner response services either in breadth or scale.

Since June 2022, IRC's programs in Ukraine have involved a mix of direct implementation as well as collaboration with internal Ukrainian partners, who have demonstrated a capacity to work in several regions of the country. Currently, IRC's programs focus within a presence in several cities in Kharkiv Oblast, including the newly liberated areas. This position will be based in Kharkiv, with occasional travel to other locations in Ukraine as permitted upon program`s request. As this is a fluid and rapidly changing context, length of assignment may change based on the needs of the IRC`s programs.

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.

Major 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.

• Transport IRC staff, visitors, documents and/or goods/materials to designated destinations when officially approved and permitted;
• Ensure the safety and security of the passengers, the goods and the vehicle;
• Immediately report accidents, breakdowns and needs of repair and general maintenance/service;
• Always respect the local traffic regulations and the IRC logistical/vehicle policies;
• Maintain the logbook for all trips;
• Always maintain the vehicle in proper operational condition, including keeping the vehicle clean, ensuring enough fuel, monitoring the technical state etc.;
• In liaison with the line manager, arrange for repairs and servicing;
• Ensure the assigned vehicle has all the necessary documents and equipment in accordance with the IRC logistical/vehicle policies at all times;

Job Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license
• Experience from working as a Driver in a humanitarian/recovery context preferred;
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts;
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities;
• Must be willing to short/long trips around Ukraine.
• Working Environment:
• Ability in handling occasional insecure environments;
• Working with people;
• Coping with change;
• Communicate with impact and respect.

Languages Requirements: Fluency in Ukrainian, Intermediate English, Russian and Polish as an asset.

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
• 30 calendar days of annual vacation with flexibility beyond the legally set minimum requirements
• Up to 10 days of paid medical leave

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

IRC builds diverse and inclusive teams of professionals who promote team engagement, inclusion and cohesion, critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

The International Rescue Committee is determined to protect the people it serves, its staff and any person associated from all kinds of harm, abuse, and violence, including sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. It is committed to taking all necessary preventive measures and creating an environment where people feel safe and can report misconduct. IRC workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. The IRC also operates and enforces a set of complementary institutional policies to protect clients and staff from harm and abuse through the Adult and Child Safeguarding policies, the Respect at Work and Harassment-free Workplace policies, the Anti-retaliation and Reporter Protection policy, which are complemented by the IRC Global Reporting guidelines. These commitments are accessible in English and in Ukrainian language via this link: https://rescue.box.com/v/irc-safeguarding-policies.

Where misconduct is alleged, IRC follows a Zero-tolerance approach and takes all necessary actions and corrective measures. The IRC investigation unit comprises of experts and trained investigators that ensures professional survivor-centered investigations are conducted if allegations of safeguarding violations are reported through the safe and accessible reporting channels that IRC makes available to its staff, partners, and clients. IRC is also an active member of the Inter-Agency Working Group on Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) set-up in Ukraine.

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 who are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.

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.