ICRC recruits: Light vehicle driver

CICR – Job vacancy notice Light vehicle driver – Driver Light vehicles Organization: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Position based in: Lomé (Togo) Grade: A2 Type of recruitment: Internal and external

TGO-2026-10-DRIVER-LOME

Desired position: November 25, 2026 Application deadline: November 12, 2026 (See section V for the exact date on Impactpool)

Job overview

Other information

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an independent and neutral institution that provides protection and assistance to victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence. It provides humanitarian assistance in emergency situations and also works to promote respect for international humanitarian law and its integration into national legislation. The post is part of the activities of the ICRC delegation in Togo and its Logistics (Fleet Management) team at Lomé. Important note: The purpose of this notice is to fill a light vehicle driver position at Lomé. At the end of the process, qualified candidates who have not been selected may be placed on a reserve list in order to fill other positions as chauffeurs scheduled to be filled. Lomé and to Dapaong at the beginning of 2027. Inclusion on the reserve list does not constitute a hiring commitment. I. Purpose of the post The driver of light vehicles transports people and goods in safe conditions and with optimal delays, in accordance with ICRC rules and regulations and the National Highway Traffic Code.

Responsibilities

II. General responsibilities of the position

Main duties

The holder drives ICRC light vehicles for city races and field missions throughout Togo, alone or in convoy. He/she ensures the good condition, cleanliness, refueling and equipment of the vehicle assigned to him/her, ensures the safety of passengers and cargo, and keeps the flight documents up-to-date. The position reports hierarchically to the Vehicle Fleet Manager 1. III. Main responsibilities The incumbent of the position will be responsible for: Drive ICRC light vehicles in all circumstances (city runs, multi-day field missions, alone or in convoy), strictly respecting the ICRC safety rules and traffic regulations; Transport people and equipment in the city and on the ground, including weekends and night schedules as instructed, and adapt your driving to weather, safety and road conditions; Check that travel is allowed, use HF/VHF radios correctly and inform the Radio Room of movements according to current procedures; Perform basic vehicle checks (levels, tires, spare wheel, headlights, leaks, radio, equipment) daily and before each field trip and immediately report any anomalies or missing equipment; Keep the vehicle clean, inside and out, refueled and parked safely, in the starting position, at the end of each day; Carefully maintain the logbook and fuel plugs, and adopt fuel-efficient driving; Participate in loading and unloading, ensure cargo stowage and document compliance, and ensure responsibility until delivered to the recipient; Respect the instructions of law enforcement and customs at checkpoints, and have on board the necessary documents (licence, technical inspection, insurance, release from liability); Report without delay and in writing any accident, even minor, incident or difficulty encountered on the road; If necessary, assume the function of convoy leader, replace other drivers in case of absence and, if necessary, translate for passengers who do not speak the local language.

Candidate profile

IV. Required Qualifications and Skills

Education / Qualifications

High school diploma; A valid driving licence of category B (BE/B1) held for at least five years;

Experience

Experience in routine vehicle maintenance (level control, tire change, basic checks) and basic mechanical knowledge. Skills and personal qualities Good knowledge of Lomé and the main roads of Togo; Knowledge of English and/or French, both orally and in writing, to maintain the logbook and prepare brief reports; Safe and economical driving, compliance with traffic regulations and safety rules; Availability for irregular schedules, weekends, night schedules and field missions of several days; Sense of responsibility, discipline, punctuality, discretion, flexibility and team spirit. Assets Experience in a similar position, particularly within a humanitarian or international organization; Experience driving in a convoy or as a convoy leader; Use of HF/VHF radios; Knowledge of local languages, including évé, mina or kabyè; for Dapaong, the moba and/or the gourmantch. V.

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