Driver at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International

Location: Maiduguri, Borno State
Start date: As Soon As Possible
Direct Line Manager: Base Logistician
Job Type: Full Time
 
Tasks and Responsibilities
Objective 1 - Transport people and equipment under good security condition:

• Ensure the safety and security of ACF vehicle and it personnel’s.
• Drive in a safe way at all times, respecting the country’s circulation rules and following the base/capital logistician’s planning and instructions
• Follow ACF communication protocols and SOPs, communicate via phone and/or radio with the base and ensure that all communications equipment on board is charged and operational.
• If necessary, remind passengers to fasten their seat belts
• 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
• Follow all ACF rules and regulations and vehicle manufacturer’s guidelines when using the vehicle.
• Ensure that all personal documents (ID, driving licence) and vehicle documents are valid and kept on board at all time
• 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.

Objective 2 - Ensure maintenance of the vehicle:

• 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;
• Carry out 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 that vehicle tool kit and first aid kit are complete

Objective 3 - Prepare departures to the field and assist with deliveries:

• 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)

Objective 4 - Ensure all vehicle documentation is completed:

• Ensure all documents are on board and filled dully with readable handwriting.
• Record the car movement in the movement log and get 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

Internal & External relationships
Internal:

• Base/capital logistician: hierarchical relationship – technical support – exchange of information, collaboration on planning and all transport matters.
• Logistics Coordinator: technical supervisor
• Other staff members: transportation

External:

• Program facilitators, Donors, local ministries, staff of other NGOs
• Local suppliers: To assist logistics in procurement and delivery of goods

Position Requirements
Qualifications:

• First School Leaving Certificate or equivalent
• A valid and current Nigerian driver’s licence

Note: Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply

Skills & Experience:
Essential:

• Good reading and writing skills
• Accurate knowledge of all traffic rules
• Punctual
• Flexible and adaptable in a changing work environment
• Good Communication skills, politeness
• Knowledge of security issues

Preferred:

• Driver experience
• Mechanical Background

Minimum Monthly Basic Salary
NGN 109,897 per month.