Driver at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International

Action Against Hunger is the world’s hunger specialist and leader in a global movement that aims to end life-threatening hunger for good within our lifetimes. For 40 years, the humanitarian and development organization has been on the front lines, treating and preventing hunger across nearly 50 countries. It served more than 21 million people in 2018 alone.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Driver

Location: Sokoto
Employment Type: Full Time

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring the safety and security of Action Against Hunger vehicle and employees;
• Drive in a safe way at all times, respecting the country’s circulation rules and following the base/capital logistician’s planning and instructions;
• If necessary, remind passengers to fasten their seatbelts;
• In case of an accident or incident, immediately get in touch with the logistics department and follow their instructions; complete incident report within 4 hours or as soon as arriving back to base;
• Comply with Action Against Hunger rules and regulations and vehicle manufacturer’s guidelines when using the vehicle;
• Ensure that all personal documents (ID, driving license) and vehicle documents are valid and available;
• Ensure all required safety equipment is carried on board and in good condition and inform logistics department of any deficiencies;
• Go for Interstate and field movements and stay in other bases overnight as and when required;
• Work according to the driver’s roaster/ schedule; including weekends and national holidays.
• Solve minor problems and perform basic maintenance;
• Inform the logistics department of any major repairs to be carried out and immediately inform of any incurred damage;
• Carry out daily checks before starting up the engine;
• Conduct weekly checks once a week;
• Keep the vehicle clean and wash it on a regular basis as requested by the base/capital logistician;
• Keep track of maintenance schedule and notify base/capital logistician 500-1000km before the maintenance is due;
• Ensure all documents are on board and filled dully with readable handwriting ;
• Record the car movement in the movement log and obtain passenger’s signature;
• Complete the fuel Log book accurately on a daily basis with mileage, fuel consumption information and after every maintenance;
• Submit the completed Log book to the base/capital logistician on a monthly basis;
• Submit all receipts for fuel, airport and parking tickets, etc. in a timely manner to the base/capital logistician for reconciliation;
• Inspect and prepare the vehicle the day before departure so as to be on time;
• Load the vehicle with transported goods;
• Ensure that dully filled and signed delivery notes accompany transported goods. Obtain signature of delivery note from consignee and return document to the sender;
• Check if all required equipment is on board and functioning (communication equipment, tool box, medical kit, fuel, stickers, flags);
• Check with base/capital logistician if security clearance is received before departure (SMP approved for cross state movements).

Requirements

• First School leaving certificate or equivalent;
• A valid and current Nigerian driver’s license;
• Good reading and writing skills;
• Accurate knowledge of all traffic rules
• Flexible and adaptable in a changing work environment;
• Good Communication skills and high level of integrity;
• Knowledge of security issues;
• Ability to remain calm in stressful driving situations

Application Closing Date
14th October 2024.

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