What we do

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

Purpose

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) seeks a Vehicle Fleet Officer to oversee and optimize fleet operations supporting humanitarian activities. In this role, you ensure that transport resources are safe, compliant, efficient, and ready to support field operations in complex environments.

You will manage a team of drivers, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to logistics projects that strengthen operational performance.

This role offers the opportunity to apply technical expertise and leadership to support humanitarian operations that make a tangible difference. You will contribute to high-impact logistics operations and help ensure that critical transport resources reach the teams delivering aid on the ground.

Accountabilities & functional responsibilities

• Fleet Operations: Ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient management of the delegation’s fleet with a size of less than 70 assets (vehicles and generators). Dispatch vehicles in a safe and economical manner. Optimize resource allocation across operational sites, supervise vehicle documentation and regulatory compliance, and oversee fuel management, spare-parts systems, and technical standards in line with ICRC procedures. Provide technical guidance on outsourced transport services when required.
• Leadership and Team Management: Supervise a team of drivers, strengthening technical capacity through coaching, training, and performance management while fostering a collaborative and solution-oriented working environment.
• Project, Financial and Risk Management: Plan lifecycle management of vehicles and assets. Contribute to fleet budgeting and financial oversight.
• Scope and Impact: Oversee fleet operations at country level, ensuring reliable transport capacity that supports operational effectiveness in complex humanitarian environments.

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.

Reports to (role)

• Logistics Country Manager

People management responsibilities

Yes

Scope & impact

• • This role is based in Makati City, Philippines and directly manages fleet operations in Manila, while also virtually overseeing fleet operations in the ICRC subsites in Butuan, Cotabato and Zamboanga.
  • Directly supervises a team of less than 10 drivers.
  • Monitors the fleet budget for the cost centres under their responsibility.

Relationships

• Internally, interacts mainly with logistics staff and management within the delegation and with logistics staff at the region/headquarters.
• Externally, interacts with the government transport sector, police, and suppliers.

Certifications / Education required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation Management, or related field
• Additional certifications in fleet management, logistics, or supply chain is an asset
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Very good IT skills (e.g. fleet management software, Microsoft office suite)
• Valid Professional driver's license

Professional experience required

• Minimum 3 years of experience in fleet management, logistics project management or a similar transport/logistics role.
• Demonstrated experience improving operational performance (cost reduction, process improvements, innovation).
• Experience working in international or multicultural environments; experience abroad is an advantage.
• Knowledge of trucking, freight forwarding, or vehicle dispatching is beneficial.