Driver at ICRC - International Committee of the Red Cross

he Purpose

• Under the direct supervision of Admin/Logistics Assistant, The Light Vehicles Driver transports people, and goods in a safe and timely manner, in accordance with ICRC rules and regulations and national traffic laws.

Your Role

• Drives light vehicles to transport people and/or material in strict adherence to internal security rules and national traffic laws.
• Ensures that goods are stored inside the vehicle according to local, international and ICRC safety standards (attachment and distribution of goods, etc.).
• Checks their assigned vehicle(s)' equipment, general functioning and body condition and ensures that it is kept fueled and clean inside and out.
• Checks that trips have been authorized where necessary.
• Immediately reports accidents, defects and/or missing equipment to management.
• Can act as head of field trip as needed (in charge of the driver(s), application of security rules and timeframe for the field trip).
• Ensures that risks are mitigated by performing the controls assigned to his/her role as described in the Logistics Risk and Control Matrix
• Strict adherence to safety and security internal rules and national traffic laws
• Drives carefully to avoid damage or loss to cargo and assists with loading and offloading of personal effects.
• Handles shipping documents (Waybills, etc.) with utmost care and according to procedures.
• Operates HF and VHF radio communication equipment according to the ICRC procedures.
• Performs weekend or public holiday standby duties when required.
• Ensures that odometer control, check lists and other mandatory forms are correctly filled out and forwarded to Dispatcher and others related to fleet management each time a vehicle is assigned.
• Acts as an interpreter whenever necessary and maintain good personal hygiene and neat dressing habits.

Your Profile: Education & Experience

• Secondary School / Diploma.
• Driving license B (BE, B1) held for at least five years.
• Knowledge (spoken and written) of English, and the local language (Hausa) – a Must
• 3 - 4 years’ experience in a similar position
• Automobile maintenance experience (oil checks, changing tyres, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of mechanics.
• Must possess an in-depth understanding of Kano State's transportation infrastructure.
• Experience in navigating both urban and rural areas of Kano State
• Extensive knowledge of the geography and road networks of Kano and Northern States is required.
• Applicant must have a valid working permit to work in Nigeria.

What we Offer

• Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.
• Competitive employment package with medical insurance and ICRC pension plan.
• In-house training opportunities for personal development.
• A full-time, open-ended contract.
• The opportunity to join an ICRC talent pool, be considered for future assignments elsewhere and experience different contexts, fields, and challenges.