Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an International non-governmental organization supporting relief and development work in over 99 countries around the world. CRS programs assist persons on the basis of need, regardless of creed, ethnicity or nationality. CRS works through local church and non-church partners to implement its programs, therefore, strengthening and building the capacity of these partner organizations is fundamental to programs in every country in which CRS operates. CRS re-established presence in Nigeria in 2000 and currently focuses on vulnerable children, agriculture, health and HIV, extractives and governance, and peace building programming.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Project Driver
Reference Number: PD110717 Location: Abuja
Department: Motor Pool/Operations
Reports To: Fleet Officer/Head Driver Band
Job Field: Transportation and Driving
Slot: 9
Primary Responsibilities
Drivers will be responsible for ensuring that the minimum maintenance standard of the CRS/Nigeria’s fleet is the vehicle manufacturer’s specification.
He / She will also follow up and ensure that routine preventative maintenance schedules for the vehicles are strictly adhered to in a manner that will assure reliable transportation of CRS staff, assets and other goods.
Specific Responsibilities
Make recommendations and implement measures that will safeguard the CRS Nigeria vehicles and vehicle equipment to enhance efficiency and reduce the possibility of theft or damage.
Ensure that daily checks are performed on assigned vehicle before it is driven in the morning.
Completes the Daily Vehicle Reports and submits to the Head driver each day
Check and ensure that all journeys and trips (no matter how short) are recorded using the Vehicle Log Book provided in each vehicle.
Notifies the Head Driver immediately in accident situations, after checking that all persons involved are safe and follows the procedure for what to do in case of an accident.
Ensures that fuel does not fall below half a tank in any of the vehicles.
Responsible for ensuring that CRS vehicles are clean always
Be familiar with, and ensure adherence to the policies and guidelines in the Vehicle Usage and Maintenance Manuals
Ensure that all travel planning procedures are followed by staff traveling in CRS vehicles and that all the relevant forms are completed
Maintain a file for all vehicle request and all travel related forms
Complete the Motor Vehicle Monthly reports /Fuel Usage report and motor vehicle monthly Maintenance report by the 5th of each month
Ensure that vehicles are driven safely and in line with CRS procedures and regulations.
Any other duties as assigned from time to time by the Head of Facility & Protocol.
Qualifications
Valid Nigerian driver’s license and good knowledge of Abuja and Nigerian roads
Minimum Four years’ professional experience in a similar position
Ability to communicate in English Language is essential
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
Must be flexible and able to work independently and as part of a team
Good knowledge of vehicle mechanics
Strong leadership abilities
Experience in supervising staff
Ability to generate VMS reports
Ability to use the Microsoft suite of computer software applications especially MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
Agency Wide Competences (For all CRS Staff):
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.
Serves with Integrity
Models Stewardship
Cultivates Constructive Relationships
Promotes Learning
Key Working Relationships:
Internal:
Fleet Officer, Head Driver, Head of Facility and Protocol, Head of Operations, Program staff, admin staff, finance staff.
External:
CRS Nigeria Partners and Visitors.
Application Closing Date
24th July, 2017.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should download the "Application Form" below, fill the form and send it along with a detailed 3-page resume in a single file word document to: [email protected] Candidates should state the position and advert code as the subject of their email e.g. Project Driver - PD110717.