Position Title: Driver – Independent contractor
2026-03-28        Herat       Full Time        16
Job Location: Herat
Nationality: Afghan
Category: Supply Chain
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: As per CRS salary scale
Vacancy Number: CRS/HRT/26/18
No. Of Jobs: 2
City: Herat
Organization: CRS
Years of Experience: • Minimum 2-3 years of professional driving experience
Contract Duration: 1 year
Gender: Male
Education: • High school diploma (university certificate is an advantage)
Close date: 2026-03-28


About CRS:

CRS is an international humanitarian and development agency working to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, health, agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding.

CRS has been operating in Afghanistan since 2002 and CRS is currently maintaining staff presence in Kabul, Herat, Ghor and Bamiyan, alongside an expanding scope of partnership implemented programs in Kunar, Samangan, Balkh, with strategic expansion planned further in 2026. CRS Afghanistan focuses on poverty and risk reduction and promoting resilience, human development through implementing livelihoods, education and emergency response.

Job Descriptions:

As part of a pool of drivers, you will be responsible for providing safe, reliable movement and communications in-city and urban areas through movement and safety management. This role requires strong defensive driving skills, risk management, strong cultural awareness, and the ability to accompany CRS staff and visitors with travel and communication needs.

Roles and key Responsibilities:

  • Accompany CRS staff and visitors to the target in-city using the appropriate routes, drawing on a solid understanding of available access routes
  • Follow all traffic laws, safety regulations, and CRS driving policies using defensive driving skills
  • Maintain vehicle cleanliness, conduct routine inspections, and basic maintenance (fueling, checking oil, tires, etc.) to ensure vehicles are consistently roadworthy
  • Maintain detailed records of mileage, routes, fuel consumption, and trip logs
  • Report vehicle issues, manage travel-related security accidents, or report delays immediately
  • Assist passengers with loading/unloading luggage or materials as needed
  • Communicate any schedule changes, delays, or concerns to relevant team members
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor, including running errands
Job Requirements:
  • Ability to speak fluently and professionally in Dari, and moderate in English
  • Minimum 2-3 years of professional driving experience
  • Valid driving license with a clean driving record
  • High school diploma (university certificate is an advantage)
  • Demonstrated strong defensive driving skills: ability to control a vehicle as safely as possible in light of geographical and weather conditions
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with in inter-cultural environments
  • Demonstrated ability to make decisions under critical circumstances

Required Languages:

  •  Fluent Dari
  • Good command of English

Skills & Competencies

  • Must be in good physical and health and present professionally at all times
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent navigation skills and familiarity with local routes, most importantly in Herat city
  • Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
  • High level of punctuality, responsibility, and trustworthiness
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate cultural sensitivity
  • Knowledge of vehicle maintenance

Working Conditions:

  • Work may involve driving for extended periods while on travel out of the duty station
  • Willing to work weekends, evenings, and nights on a rotational basis under a planned shift system
  • Role will require travel to remote areas with irregular working hours

 

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff):  

Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they

create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. These

are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to

fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

  • Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
  • Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission.
  • Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
  • Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
  • Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.  

CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. 

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Protection Acknowledgment: CRS prohibits all forms of abuse and exploitation towards children and vulnerable adults. As a professional candidate, you commit to adhering to the Agency’s policy on protection, rights and dignity of children and vulnerable adults and to safeguard them from abuse and exploitation as defined in CRS’ Safeguarding Policy

Submission Guidelines:

Applications comprise a one-page cover letter to explain your interest and suitability for the post and your CV. Please do not attach your education documents and work certificates unless requested.

Dear Applicants!

The process of submitting a CV/Application has been changed to the online system. Therefore, interested candidates are encouraged to apply using the link provided below. Applications sent to any other email address or location will not be considered. Please ensure to rename your application file according to your name entered on the first page of the application forms.

Interested candidates can submit their applications by clicking on this link.

Please note that applications received after the closing date (i.e., March 28th, 2026), will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for tests and interviews.

Submission Email:

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