ACBAR

The Agency Coordinating Body for Afghan Relief and Development (ACBAR) is an independent forum founded in 1988 in response to the demand from NGOs working with Afghan refugees in Pakistan and across the border in Afghanistan to more efficiently coordinate assistance and delivery of services. With its main office in Kabul since 2002, ACBAR brings together more than 200 National and International NGOs working in in all sectors of humanitarian assistance and development in Afghanistan. Based on our three strategic pillars of Information and Coordination, Advocacy and Enabling Environment, and Capacity Building, ACBAR’s activities support our members to effectively deliver services and implement programs across Afghanistan, as well as provide services that promote ongoing organizational development and learning.   ACBAR is committed to providing an efficient platform for members to carry out effective humanitarian, development, and peace building activities in Afghanistan. The members are the drive behind ACBAR, and their active participation is essential to ACBAR’s continued dynamism. 

With the ongoing humanitarian reset, ACBAR is taking a stronger role providing programmatic coordination for our members and implementing NGO’s in numerous areas, including on emergency response coordination and sub-national coordination.  With presence in seven regions and in all 34 provinces of Afghanistan, ACBAR is naturally positioned to ensure that humanitarian and early recovery programs implemented by NGO’s in the event of a rapid-onset emergency are done so in way that is effective and efficient, providing the most amount of support and agency to local communities impacted by ongoing and potential shocks.  As part of our overall strategic vision to support more locally-led coordination at the sub-national level, ACBAR is expanding our team to lead these increased responsibilities.

The Driver position is a full-time job that is responsible for providing support to the operations of ACBAR in Afghanistan.  Hours of work can change as noted in the monthly schedule.  Regular hours of work are 8 hours per shift day and night not including sleeping time.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

Essential tasks include the following:

• Operate vehicles safely and responsibly in compliance with traffic laws and organizational policies.
• Plan routes to ensure timely arrival and avoid delays.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections (fuel, oil, brakes, tires, lights, etc.).
• Keep vehicles clean, both interior and exterior.
• Report mechanical issues promptly and arrange for servicing when required.
• Maintain records of vehicle servicing and repairs.
• Keep accurate logbooks of trips, mileage, fuel consumption, and maintenance.
• Ensure vehicle documents, registration, are valid and up to date.
• Collect and submit delivery or trip-related documents when required.
• Maintain a professional appearance and courteous behavior.
• Assist passengers with loading and unloading when necessary.
• Ensure the safety of passengers, goods, and vehicle at all times.
• Follow organizational security protocols, especially in high-risk areas.
• Respond appropriately in case of accidents, breakdowns, or emergencies.
• Follow company policies, schedules, and instructions from supervisors.
• Avoid unauthorized use of vehicle
• Keep phone charged, active with phone credits at all times when on duty
• Inform administration about any changes in driving times and duty when out of the office.
• Check that the vehicle tank is at least half quarter full at all times with gasoline/diesel
• Perform any other task as requested by Line Manager.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or attribute required.

• Ability to drive and have a valid Afghan Driver’s License at all times when driving
• Ability to follow instructions and to ask for help when necessary
• Courteous and polite when representing ACBAR

EDUCATION, TRAINING and/or EXPERIENCE

• A high school qualification is preferred, with a minimum of two (2) years’ driving experience working with NGOs.

LANGUAGE SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS AND REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to communicate, security issues and other information to colleagues and management
• Fluency in Dari and Pashto is required; basic proficiency in English is preferred.
• Ability to check that the vehicle is working properly and has enough fuel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel and lift up to 21 kg. The employee frequently is required to walk, sit, and talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

If you possess the required qualifications and experience, please complete the application form using the link below by Jan 31, 2026. Kindly prepare your CV in advance, as you will be required to attach it during the application process.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Notes:

Please be informed that the interview will be conducted only in person.

Job Application Form Link: Drivers - Job Application Form

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