Driver at Family Health International (FHI 360)

Family Health International (FHI 360) is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology - creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Driver

Job Requisition ID: 2025200087
Location: Takum, Taraba
Employment Type: Full Time

Basic Function

• Under the direction of the Project Coordinator, the driver shall provide a variety of transportation support to the project. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Convey FHI Nigeria Staff and Consultants to designated approved locations.
• Readiness to evacuate project staff to safety at very short notice when the need arises.
• Ensure adequate safety, cleanliness, security and maintenance of the project vehicle assigned.
• Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc.
• Ensure availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, and necessary spare parts.
• Plan route and requirements by studying schedule or ad-hoc request by the office.
• Ensure passengers adhere to all road safety regulations.
• Fulfill special request by picking up and delivering items as directed and running errands.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.
• 25% travel outside Takum and Ussa LGAs.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Secondary school leaving certificates, apprentice certificate or any other equivalent certificates with more than 1 year’s experience.
• Must have a trade test certificate and a valid driving license.
• Must have expert knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
• Very good knowledge of Katsina-Ala, Takum, Ussa, Kurmi, Sardauna and Jalingo axis will be an added advantage.
• Experience as a driver mechanic will be an added advantage.
• Experience with large complex organization preferred.
• Indigenes and residents of Takum are strongly encouraged to apply.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Matured and willing to work at odd hours.
• Good written, oral, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors and recipients of assistance.

Application Closing Date
2nd February, 2025.

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