Casual Driver at International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Background & Purpose

• IRC is establishing a roaster of casual drivers to support operations, ensuring safe, timely and compliant movement of staff, goods and documents within Abuja.
• Casual drivers will be engaged on an as -needed basis, depending on mission demand and coverage gaps.

Objective of the Assignment

• Ensure safe, efficient, and cautious transportation for staff, visitors and goods
• Maintain fleet safety and compliance (checklist, logs, routine checks and cleanliness)
• Support administrative/errand runs (general office errands, airport pickup and drop offs, fuel supplies etc.)
• Uphold organizational security, safeguarding, and code of conduct standard always.

Key Responsibilities

• Driving & Safety.
• Operate assigned vehicle safely and defensively, adhere to speed limits, traffic laws and organizational SOPs.
• Conduct pre-trip and post trip inspections (tires, brakes, lights, fluids, horn, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, tools, spare wheels, triangles).
• Report mechanical issues immediately, coordinate with logistics officer for repairs and preventive maintenance

Documentation & Compliance:

• Accurate maintenance of vehicle logbooks (Kilometer, fuel, destinations, passengers, cargo)
• Ensure valid documents are in vehicles, registration, insurance, proof of road worthiness and copies of SOPs.
• Keep daily movement plans.

Safety & Safeguarding:

• Monitor route/security advisories, follow movement approvals, curfew and phone check-in protocols
• Apply passenger safety rules (Seatbelts, load limits, child safeguarding considerations)
• Maintain strict zero tolerance for alcohol and drugs while on duty within 12 hours prior duty.

Customer Service & Representation:

• Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity with staff, partners and vendors.
• Support airport/guest assistance (meet & greet, luggage, sign in/out procedures).

Asset Care:

• Keep vehicles clean (Interior & exterior) ensure accessories (AC/Radio) function properly.
• Safeguard vehicle keys, prevent unauthorized use and after hours driving.

Deliverables / Key performance indicators:

• Zero preventable accidents and zero major traffic violations
• 100% accurate, complete logbooks and on time submission
• 100% on-time departures/arrivals per approved movement plan.
• Vehicle readiness: daily checks completed, issues reported within 24 hours
• Professional conduct: Positive feedback from passengers/line manager, no substantiated complaints.

Report & working Relationships:

• Report directly to logistics officer (copy to senior supply chain manager as needed)
• Coordinates closely with the head driver, security, and administration for movement planning.

Work Schedule & Payment:

• Engagement: On call / as-needed basis, may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Daily rate (N9,514.00) payable for days worked upon verified timesheet/logbook
• Location coverage: Abuja and occasionally Nasarawa state.

Required Qualification and Experience

• Valid Nigerian driver’s license (appropriate category for light vehicles)
• Minimum of 3 years verifiable driving experience with INGO, UN, corporate or government entities preferred
• Driver must have clear eyesight.
• Clean driving record: No major violation in the last 24 months
• Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge (fluid, tire changes, jump starts)
• Communication: Basic English
• Computer/Device literacy (emails, WhatsApp/SMS, basic GPS/Maps) desirable.
• Behavioral: Punctual, integrity, confidentiality. Teamwork and respectful conduct