Driver and Administrative Assistant at Sightsavers Nigeria (2 Openings)

Sightsavers is an international organisation that changes lives for the long term. We work in more than 30 countries to eliminate avoidable blindness and support people with visual impairments to live independently.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

Job Titles: Driver and Administrative Assistant

Locations: Abuja and Kaduna
Employment Type: Full-time
Req ID: 1363

About the role

• Reaching the Last Mile (RLM) is a high-profile, high-value, multi-partner programme, which will make a significant contribution to the control and elimination of the Oncho LF across 13 countries.
• Sightsavers is the coordination partner in Nigeria and works with other partners to deliver on programme outputs.
• Sightsavers have exciting opportunities for two Driver and Administrative Assistants to join the teams in Kaduna and Abuja and play a vital part in the RLM programme, where they will drive staff and consultants to various locations and support the efficient running of the office. 

Responsibilities
The Driver and Administrative Assistant duties include: 

• Act as a driver for staff to carry out all official duties. 
• Transport Sightsavers staff to & from airports where this service is not outsourced. 
• Undertake routine maintenance of vehicles, including simple repairs.
• Ensures vehicles are regularly serviced and advise the Administrative Officer when servicing is required and/or when defects/ problems arise. 
• Make sure all vehicles have reflectors, fire extinguishers, first aid box, etc. First aid boxes for the vehicles must be checked regularly to ensure that items used are promptly replenished. 
• Lock up vehicles with security locks and/or alarms. 
• Keep a maintenance record of vehicles. e.g. replacement of major parts, tyres, batteries, body spraying, etc.
• Transact business with the banks on foreign currencies for staff-related travels. 
• Maintain liaison with officials of immigration and embassies for staff entry visas and renewal of passports and work permits. 
• Assist in picking up invoices for procuring logistics.
• Assist with the organisation of various office events (seminars, plenaries, meetings, workshops, Away Days etc). 

Skills and Experience
As a successful candidate, you will have substantial working experience as a Driver and will have held a class C driving licence for at least two years, have a grade 12 certificate or equivalent experience, and have a background with admin duties.
Further requirements include:

• Basic Education Certificate (BECE) 
• Experience with working within an INGO/NGO 
• Willingness to be flexible and prepared to contribute to the company in other duties as required.
• Demonstrable defensive driving skills (in town and on dirt roads)
• Minimum driving license class C for at least 2 years 
• Availability for emergency work on weekends and public holidays.

Application Closing Date
18th August, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online