Driver and Logistics Assistant at International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IDEA)

Job Description

• The Driver and Logistics Assistant provides transport and logistical support to the Lagos Office.
• They are responsible for providing safe, secure, and efficient transportation of personnel and resources and taking proper care of vehicles.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carries out driving missions as assigned by the State Project Coordinator;
• Provides transport assistance to staff and/or consultants involved in project delivery activities;
• Provides clear and timely communication regarding transport arrangements and any changes to transport users;
• Raises advances relating to journeys and departures according to agreed time standards;
• Undertakes logistical support to designated workshops, meetings, and events;
• Ensures vehicles are serviced in line with the service schedule, that periodic routine vehicle checks are made, and that defects and damage are reported promptly;
• Undertakes daily internal and external maintenance checks on all programme vehicles to ensure all vehicles are roadworthy before the start of any journey and that vehicles are clean and refueled regularly;
• Maintains vehicle logbooks, journey, and fuel records;
• Undertakes routine mail dispatch service as may be required;
• Assists with the distribution of incoming mail and newspapers throughout the office;
• Assembles newspaper and magazine clips as necessary and practical;
• Assists in meeting preparation, including the physical setting-up of meeting rooms;
• Assists with taking photographs at events;
• Assists with the different inventories required by the office;
• Carries out other duties and responsibilities as related to the post that may be assigned from time to time.

General Profile

• Possesses and has developed knowledge and skills through formal training or work experience;
• Works within established procedures with a moderate degree of supervision;
• Follows internal procedures to ensure high standards of performance and compliance with Institutional guidelines;
• Acts in accordance with International IDEA’s Core Values; Respect, Integrity, and Professionalism;
• Integrates a rights-based approach, gender, and diversity perspective in all activities.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma;
• A minimum of three (3) years experience within a similar role, in the provision of driver services with a safe driving record is required;
• A full clean and valid driving license is essential, category B, (Car, Jeep, Delivery Van) is preferred;
• Military or security background is an advantage;
• Experience of working in an international context, e.g., in an intergovernmental organization, NGO or diplomatic service considered an added advantage.

Terms of Contract:

• Local Post.
• Fixed term appointment for two (2) years.
• Candidates Who Applied Before Don't Have to Reapply Again.