• Application Deadline:
• Position: Driver, Nigeria IHP


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification OND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Bauchi


• Job Field Driving 
  

Project Overview and Role

• The Driver is a full-time position to support the Nigeria Integrated Health Program staff in the safe transport of team members and deliveries. Under immediate supervision of the Operations Manager.

 Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive vehicles as directed, including transporting staff to the field, performing pickups and delivery tasks; responsible for routine vehicle maintenance, including inspecting the vehicle; noting damage, scratches, malfunctions, or problems and reporting any faults to senior driver; and ensuring vehicles are clean, well maintained, and road worthy at all times.


• Compile trip reports for drivers and weekly log sheets and enter into the fuel consumption report; process monthly fuel requests and consolidate fuel liquidations for office vehicles.


• Ensure that self and all passengers are wearing seatbelts prior to departure, including those in the back seat.


• Report any accidents involved while driving project vehicle to the police and appropriate authorities; ensure vehicle has all the required forms before starting a trip. 


• Act as administrative assistant, when not driving. 


• Performs any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• Have an Ordinary National Diploma (OND).


• Have a minimum of 5 years work experience in a similar position within any reputable organization or within an international development project will be an added advantage.


• Be able to communicate in English language.


• Understand the mechanics of vehicles as this will be advantageous.


• Have demonstrable knowledge of Nigerian road networks (with emphasis on Northern Nigeria) 


• Have demonstrable knowledge of Nigerian driving codes and regulations.


• Ability to drive and work long hours.


• Familiar with the culture of the area. 


• Familiar with the local terrain and routes and respond appropriately, in case of emergency. 


• Knowledge and fluent understanding of Hausa language will be an added advantage