Action Against Hunger | ACF International, a global humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger, works to save the lives of malnourished children while providing communities with access to safe water and sustainable solutions to hunger.
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Responsible for ensuring the safety and security of Action Against Hunger vehicle and employees;
Drive in a safe way at all times, respecting the country’s circulation rules and following the base/capital logistician’s planning and instructions;
If necessary, remind passengers to fasten their seatbelts;
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;
Comply with Action Against Hunger rules and regulations and vehicle manufacturer’s guidelines when using the vehicle;
Ensure that all personal documents (ID, driving license) and vehicle documents are valid and available;
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.
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;
Conduct 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 all documents are on board and filled dully with readable handwriting ;
Record the car movement in the movement log and obtain 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;
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).
Position Requirements:
First School leaving certificate or equivalent;
A valid and current Nigerian driver’s license;
Good reading and writing skills;
Accurate knowledge of all traffic rules
Flexible and adaptable in a changing work environment;
Good Communication skills and high level of integrity;
Knowledge of security issues;
Ability to remain calm in stressful driving situations