Driver / Logistics Assistant (Internal) at Albarka Health Spring Foundation (AHSF)

Albarka Health Spring Foundation (AHSF) is a non-profit and non-governmental organization founded in 2012 by a group of young researchers, it was incorporated by the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC/IT/91613) in 2016. Our mission is to improve the quality of lives of children, women, the elderly, and other marginalized vulnerable groups through human development and interventions to strengthen communities.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Driver / Logistics Assistant (Internal)

Location: Sokoto
Reporting to: Procurement and Logistics Officer
Contract Duration: 1 year, subject to renewal
Project Funding: CBM International
Start Date: 17th December 2024

Job Description

• Support the program, The driver will be responsible for transporting AHSF staff and visitors between office and other locations, as well as equipment’s and materials, also Maintaining the vehicles, updating log sheet and vehicle report.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities
Documentation: 

• Maintain the vehicle log and fuel consumption documentation
• Keep the Vehicle Documents Folder up-to-date: 
• Support the Fleet Assistant with the Vehicle Usage report, including trip use, mileage and fuel consumption. 
• Maintain a valid driver license, registration and valid permits all the time 

Control of Vehicles: 

• Ensure that all vehicle journeys are authorized in advance by Line Managers. 
• Ensure that all vehicle journeys are to be recorded in the log book at the start and completion of the journey 
• Ensure that the keys and vehicle documents are kept in a secure place when the vehicle is not in use. 
• Ensure that s/he wears the vehicle safety belt and all passengers also wear seat belts before driving the vehicle. 

On the Road: 

• Drive all AHSF vehicles on the approve speed limit of AHSF
• Ensure that the line manager is immediately informed of any accidents, the Accident report is filled immediately and the accident reported to the police as soon as possible. 
• Ensures the safety of passengers at all times 
• Safe transport of all staff, equipment, and materials

 Vehicle Checks:

• Check the vehicle prior to its use in the morning and after use
• Check the vehicle before departing from work. 
• Check, on taking over a vehicle, that the items listed on the Vehicle Check List and the items listed in the Vehicle Tools and Materials Inventory are present and in full functioning order.

Vehicle Defects: 

• A driver is to check for vehicle defects and damage to the vehicle and ensure that he reports them to his line manager. After consulting a mechanic, the line manager will make the decision as to whether the vehicle should be taken off the road for repair. 
• Report and supervise all maintenance and repair need of assign vehicle.

Cleanliness & Visibility: 

• The driver is responsible for ensuring that his vehicle is kept clean on the outside and inside at all times. The driver is also to keep the vehicle tidy and ensure that all rubbish is removed from the vehicle after a journey.
•  The driver is to ensure visibility protocols are adhered to at all times.

Logistics:

• Ensure proper fuel storage and management at base and update the fuel tracking form diligently.
• Submit monthly logistics and fuel consumption reports to the Procurement and Logistics officer.
• Ensure the asset inventory register is updated regularly and submit to P/L officer monthly or as per need.
• Support the identification and contracting of premises (office, guesthouses & warehouses) based on geographical, operational and financial criteria, in close liaison with the P/L officer.
• Contribute to ensure proper working and living conditions for all staff in each premises by providing appropriate power supply, drinking water, stationery etc.
• Ensure preventive and corrective maintenance of works of premises.
• Coordinate with relevant departments for travel arrangements and reservations as necessary.
• Manage vehicle fleet and ensure that the trip logs are counter-signed by the lead passengers.
• Schedule timely and regular preventive service of the generators.
• Support policy implementation in procurement / logistics to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of organization by working with respective coordinators.
• Undertake market survey on a regular basis to obtain prices at competitive costs for services and goods.
• Code of conduct and associated policies

Emergency Preparedness and Response:

• In case of emergency prepare to contribute to delivery of an appropriate and timely response.

Requirements

• Must have qualified Secondary School Certificate Examination
• 2 year working experience working as a driver with reputable organizations (INGOs, / NGO Corporate, Government)
• Experience as a mechanic or auto-electrician highly desirable.
• Possession of valid driving licence
• Excellent verbal communication and listening skills.
• Experience working in in a relatively insecure location
• Able to communicate with English, Hausa and other Nigerian languages
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, Power point at basic level, etc.)

Skills and Behaviours (our Values in Practice):
Accountability:

• Hold self-accountable o vehicle management and records.
• Achieving and role modelling AHSF values

Ambition:

• Set ambitious and challenging goals.
• Take responsibility of personal development

Collaboration:

• Build and maintain effective relationship with the team and colleagues
• Value diversity and good listener and easy to talk.
• builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners.

Application Closing Date
10th December 2024, (12:00) Noon.

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

Note

• AHSF is an Equal Opportunity Employer AHSF considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
• The AHSF and AHSF workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in AHSF - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Transparency, Accountability, Partnership, Integrity, Team work (TAPIT).
• In accordance with these values, the AHSF operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.
• People Living with disability are encouraged to apply.
• Women are strongly encouraged to apply.