Driver at a Non-Governmental Organization - Springboard for Health Communication

Springboard for Health Communication, is recruiting suitably qualified candidates for a non-governmental organization, to fill the position below:

Job Title: Driver

Ref code: D001
Location: Abuja
Responsible to: Operations and Logistics Officer

Purpose

• To provide driving support to the organisation, while adhering to standard driving regulations and the Nigerian Highway Code

Job Profile

• To support a portfolio of communication programmes.
• All programmes are designed to provide strategic technical assistance at Federal level and in the states in the areas of education reforms and teachers’ skills improvement, aimed ultimately at improving student learning.
• The Driver will be expected to provide driving support to the teams as well as other short term and long term technical specialists thereby aiding in the delivery of both Programmes goals and objectives.
• The drivers and fleet of vehicles form a major part of the programmes’ support teams, and professional drivers are integral to the successful delivery of the logistics plan of each programme.

Accountabilities

• Provide a courteous and efficient service to all internal /external customers, and is a valuable first point of contact for external customers visiting the state / country;
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report maintenance needs promptly;
• Drive carefully and safely at all times in line with international driving standards, and checks to ensure that passengers, other road users and the vehicle in his care are safe;
• Ensure that all vehicle reports are duly approved and prepared on a monthly basis; records of mileage, fuel and maintenance costs made available to supervisor on or before scheduled dates
• Maintain a professional appearance by ensuring good personal hygiene, and wears a clean and ironed uniform at all times;
• Ensure that adequate knowledge of the destination and route is gathered before departure;
• Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and roadworthy state at all times;
• Ensure that approval for repairs is always obtained before taking the vehicle to the garage;
• Ensure adherence to transport policy on vehicle usage;
• Establishes good and considerate working relationships with all staff in the organisation, demonstrating respect for their own roles and responsibilities;
• Be available outside standard hours in case of emergency and during missions;
• Undertake missions work in provinces other than normal location with overnight allowance if necessary;
• Ensure compliance with local administrative procedures required in the event of an accident;
• Be responsible for in-vehicle equipment;
• Note: This job description reflects the present requirements of the post.  As duties and responsibilities change and develop the job description will be reviewed and be subject to amendment in consultation with the post holder and line manager.
• Extent of authority
• Reports to the Operations and Logistics officer.
• Special relationships and contacts
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with all programmes staff.

Required Academic / Professional Qualifications, Training and Experience

• Minimum of OND;
• Certified professional driving training (preferred);
• Fluent English & local language;
• Previous experience of working within a multi-national team or project environment is highly desirable;
• Excellent knowledge of the city and major motorways in Nigeria;
• Not less than 5 years’ experience in professional driving.

Essential Competencies / Skills:

• Valid category B driving license since at least 5 years;
• To be over 18;
• Demonstrable defensive driving skills (in town and on dirt roads);
• Good communication skills;
• Basic routine maintenance and vehicle handling skills;
• Excellent knowledge of the city and major motorways in Nigeria and (state) in particular;
• Willingness to be flexible and prepared to contribute to the company in other duties as required.

Application Closing Date
6th November, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's of no more than 3 sides of A4 (in a standard CV format) including at least two references, as well as a cover letter (max 1 side A4) stating the suitability for the position to: [email protected] Application emails must indicate the post reference code in the subject line. Applications with CVs and cover letters should carry full names of applicant