The International Committee of the Red Cross(ICRC), an impartial, neutral, and independent organization striving to protect and assist the victims of war and internal violence, has been working in Sudan since 1978. The ICRC is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to fill the position of Driver Heavy Vehicles in Kassala.

Purpose: 

The Heavy Vehicles Driver transports people and goods in a safe and timely manner, in accordance with ICRC rules and regulations and national traffic laws. 

• Drives trucks and other vehicles in strict adherence to internal security rules and national traffic laws; drives efficiently to minimize fuel consumption and use of material.
• Constantly monitors security conditions on the road.
• Is accountable for the cargo under their supervision, from signing of the waybill to delivery.
• Loads and unloads the truck or supervises loading and unloading.
• Ensures that goods are stored inside the vehicle according to local, international and ICRC safety standards (attachment and distribution of goods, use of pallets, etc.).
• Checks their assigned vehicle(s)' equipment, general functioning and body condition and ensures that it is kept fuelled and clean inside and out.
• Checks that trips have been authorized where necessary.
• Immediately reports accidents, defects and/or missing equipment to management.
• Can act as head of convoy as needed (in charge of the driver(s), application of security rules and time-frame for the convoy).
• Ensures that risks are mitigated by performing the controls assigned to his/her role as described in the Logistics Risk and Control Matrix
   

• Secondary school.
• Driving license.
• Knowledge of Arabic and English.
• Good knowledge of the security situation and terrain in the area of assignment.
• Minimum two years' experience as a truck driver.
• Ability to change a tyre and carry out other minor repairs (e.g. change light bulbs) on the road

HOW TO APPLY

Ready to apply? You will need to upload your resume and a cover letter, copies of your diplomas and certificates, valid license to practice (where relevant), passport, and driving license on www.Sudanjob.net.

• Location: Kassala
• Type of contract: Fix-term contract (Extendable)
• Length of assignment: Six months
• Desired starting date: 16 January 2025
• Application deadline:  31 January 2025

The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.