Drivers at ActionAid Nigeria

Overall purpose
The successful candidates will use ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) vehicles to facilitate movement of staff and equipment and to maintain vehicles and equipment according to AAN policies and procedure.  In addition, the person will be required to make basic repairs on the vehicle and give informed assessment of the vehicle whenever required.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•     Provide administrative support for the Country support programme
•     Ensure prompt delivery of mails and other messages in the Country Support Office
•     To provide finance support for the country support programme by making bank transactions.
•     Movement of Staff, Partners and visiting consultants while adhering to all road safety rules and regulations both at Local and Federal levels.
•     Comply with AAN Health and Safety regulations
•     Keep vehicle clean and free of trash
•     Keep Line Manager informed of needed equipment repairs
•     Maintain and update a file on the following;

1.         Vehicle License
2.         Vehicle registration papers
3.         Daily checklist for vehicle
4.         Vehicle Insurance Papers
5.         Driver’s license appropriate for vehicle
6.         Log book

•     Be updated on the procedure for fire drills and other related emergencies
•     Promptness in keeping appointments and adhering to agreed schedules.
•     All other responsibilities as given by the Line Manager

Qualifications

•     GCE O’ Level with at least 4 credits

Experience

•     A minimum of 3 years work experience
•     Experience in an international development agency

Skill Abilities

•     Demonstrable IT skills
•     Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with fluency in written and spoken English
•     Good knowledge of FRSC rules and guidelines
•     Good knowledge of Nigeria Road networks

Personal Qualities

•     A person of integrity
•     Creative and takes initiative.
•     Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment
•     Willing to work additional hours at crucial times.
•     Self motivated person able to work without close supervision
•     Effectively promote the AAN’s mission, values and objectives
•     Proven Leadership Qualities