Project Driver at North East Regional Initiative (NERI)

Position Start Date: Immediately

Position Summary:

The Project Driver is responsible for operating a vehicle owned by the organization to provide transportation services to the employees and visitors of the organization; to move expendable and non-expendable supplies, equipment and furnishings, as necessary; ensure that preventive maintenance of the vehicle is performed on a regular basis. This Driver position will be based in Mubi, Adamawa State, with program activities expected to be carried out in the North Eastern states. Travel may be required.

Reporting & Supervision:

The Project Driver reports to the Administration & Office Manager in Abuja, and Office Manager in Adamawa.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & DELIVERABLES

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist the project staff in obtaining and facilitating movement to different project sites.
• Arrange for vehicle repairs, when necessary, and ensure that the vehicle is kept in good working condition.
• Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, maintenance, oil changes, etc.
• Ensure that all required procedures and laws are adhered to when driving.
• Collect and deliver mail or other type of correspondence, when required.
• Provide safe transportation to passengers.
• Assist in moving supplies, equipment and furnishings, as necessary, from one location to another.
• Provide airport pick-up/drop-off services to official visitors of the project.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of Secondary School is required.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience driving a motor vehicle is required.  At least 1-2 years of experience with an International Organization is preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of different regions in the country is required.
• Working knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of driving.
• Valid Nigerian Driver’s license is required.
• Clean driving record/history is required.
• Excellent Communication skills are required.
• Experience of working in a conflict environment is a plus.
• Fluency in English and one of the local state languages in the North Eastern part of Nigeria is preferred.