About this role
Submission Guidelines
The screening process will be completed within the four coming weeks; Due to the large volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to application queries, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The ICRC is committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all its employees. Inclusion is embedded in the principles and values of the Movement – as it is committed to non-discrimination, as confirmed by the principles of humanity and impartiality, and is open to all, as confirmed by the principle of unity.
We are continually taking steps to improve diversity and inclusion within the organization as well as ensure it is embedded in our programming.
We are committed to ensuring fair and equitable recruitment and promotion opportunities for all individuals and welcome all qualified candidates to apply to positions at the ICRC. Further, we are committed to achieving gender parity for our staff in management positions, as part of our institutional strategy objectives related to inclusion.
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Lebanon.
What we do
Since 1863, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has worked to preserve human dignity and relieve suffering caused by war and armed violence.
In collaboration with our Red Cross and Red Crescent partners around the world, we do everything we can to deliver life-saving aid, reconnect families and locate missing people – helping those who need it most, regardless of who they are and what side of the front line they are on.
We engage with authorities and armed forces on all sides, often confidentially, pressing for access to detainees to improve their living conditions and urging compliance with international humanitarian law to protect non-combatants, including from digital threats.
Purpose
The Light Vehicles Driver transports people and goods in a safe and timely manner, in accordance with ICRC rules and regulations and national traffic laws.
Accountabilities & functional responsibilities
- Drives light vehicles to transport people and/or material in strict adherence to internal security rules and national traffic laws.
- Constantly monitors security conditions on the road.
- Ensures that goods are stored inside the vehicle according to local, international and ICRC safety standards (attachment and distribution of goods, etc.).
- Checks their assigned vehicle(s)' equipment, general functioning and body condition and ensures that it is kept fueled 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).
Certifications / Education required
- Secondary school diploma
Other Requirements
- Public driving license is a must.
- Other driver license categories is a plus
Professional experience required
- Minimum of 4 years of professional experience working as driver or field work in an NGO
- Experience in vehicle electromechanics is a plus
Desire skills
- Leadership : Advanced
- Accountability : Expert
- People management : Basic
- Teamwork & Collaboration : Expert
- Representing the ICRC : Expert
- Beneficiary & Client focused : Expert
- Transporting people : Expert
- Vehicle Maintenance : Advanced
- Vehicle mechanics : Proficient
- Vehicle electromechanics : Proficient
- Familiarity with all-terrain vehicles and vans: Expert
Language
- Arabic: Native.
- English: Full professional working.
What we offer
- Salary Package: 1’218 – 1’754 USD/Month (As per ICRC salary scale, salary setting processes will determine fair setting in coherence with the qualifications of the applicant and the requirements of the job).
- Transportation Allowance: 15$ per day.
- 13th Month of salary paid in December, pro rata basis in accordance with the period worked.
- Salary Review/Increase: annually
- Annual Leave: 20 calendar working days of paid leave per year, pro rata basis in accordance with the period worked.
- Health Insurance: Full insurance coverage (no co-NSSF) - 90% of premium fees under the class B covered by the ICRC; option for class upgrade is available with extra charges. Coverings include: In-Patient: including pre-existing cases / Out-Patients: Doctor Visits, Medicines, Laboratory tests, Therapeutical services (Physiotherapy, Psychotherapy sessions)
- International Retirement Saving Plan (IRSP): a contribution valued at 11.5% of your monthly salary, these savings are paid by the end of service as a lump sum.
- Other benefits subject to internal rules and regulations: High Cost of Living Allowance (HCLA), Schooling allowance, Eyeglasses Reimbursement, Learning and career development opportunities, Internal mobility opportunities leading to expatriate roles.
Additional information
- Location: Zahle
- Working Schedule: Monday to Friday, from 8am to 5pm.
- Type of contract: Fixed Term, 1 year (Renewable based on performance and need for position).
- Estimated start date: January 2027
- Application deadline: November 3, 2026
Our values
- 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. (https://careers.icrc.org/content/Our-Values/?locale=en_GB)