Driver - Maiduguri at Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

Job Description

• NRC has been present in Nigeria since 2015 and has been working to help displacement-affected communities meet their basic needs, improve their livelihoods, access essential services, and enhance their resilience to future shocks through our six core competencies: water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), Shelter, Education, Information-Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA), Livelihoods and Food Security (LFS), Camp Management, and Protection. NRC provides immediate assistance during the onset of emergencies through the rapid response mechanism (RRM). With a workforce of 370 staff and a presence in key locations such as Maiduguri (in Borno State), Yola (in Adamawa State) and Jos (in Plateau State), NRC can respond to the needs of those affected by the conflict across North-East, and North Central Nigeria.
• These strategic locations have allowed NRC greater reach from the north and south parts of the North-East and North Central region and allowed NRC to contribute to bridging the gap between humanitarian aid and development cooperation, including by focusing on equitable access to basic services and strengthening the rights of displaced people and returnees. In addition to the Country Office and the above-mentioned Area Offices, NRC has sub-office structures in Monguno, Mubi and Gwoza.
• We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. 
• If you are those people, the Norwegian Refugee Council in Nigeria is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Driver to join our team in Maiduguri, Borno State. You will be responsible for safely transporting NRC staff/visitors and equipment/materials to approved destinations in the NRC Area North office.

Responsibilities

Generic Responsibilities

• Transport NRC staff, visitors, documents and goods/materials to designated destinations when officially approved
• Ensure the safety and security of the passengers, the goods and the vehicle
• Immediately report accidents, breakdowns and needs of repair and general maintenance/service
• Respect the local traffic regulations and the NRC logistical, drivers and vehicle policies at all times
• Maintain the logbook for all trips
• Maintain the vehicle in proper operating condition at all times, including keeping the vehicle clean, ensuring enough fuel, checking the technical state etc. 
• In liaison with the line manager/direct supervisor, arrange for repairs and servicing 
• Ensure the assigned vehicle has all the necessary documents and equipment 
• Provide logistical support during training and workshops.

Specific Responsibilities

• The driver shall strictly follow the Nigerian traffic law, rules and speed limits and shall drive in a safe and defensive manner. 
• In the event of an accident, the driver shall ensure that all steps, rules and regulations are followed, including filling in the incident report.
• The driver is responsible for cleaning and performing the daily check on the vehicle and shall ensure that it is in a safe running condition. He/she is also responsible for checking the oil level, water level, batteries, brakes, tyres, etc; and that the vehicle is at all times equipped with a first aid kit, a good spare tyre and all prescribed tools and equipment. He/she will report promptly and in writing to NRC is some tools are missing.
• The driver is responsible for logging in (on the logbook) all trips and ensuring that other drivers that may use the vehicle do the same. 
• The driver should ensure that the fuel tanks as a rule should always be completely full, if possible, and the quantity of litres dispensed should be properly recorded in the logbook. 
• The driver shall ensure that all required licenses, insurance cards and vehicle permits are valid and available in the vehicle including accident reports. He/she must also ensure that own driving license and other relevant driving papers are up to date. 
• The driver shall follow the instructions provided in the NRC’s Driver Manual.
• The driver is responsible for performing minor repairs if needed while major repairs should be reported to the supervisor before planning.
• Ensure the assigned vehicle is always in good working condition and meets NRC safety and security standards
• Be flexible to work any shift during the 24 hrs day i.e. 08.00 a.m to 4.30p.m; 4.00p.m to 12.00 a.m; 12.00 a.m to 08.00 a.m including weekends and public holidays. 

Qualifications

Generic Professional Competencies

• Valid driver’s license
• Experience from working as a driver in a humanitarian/recovery context
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Knowledge of English

Context related skills, knowledge and experience 

• Geographical area knowledge
• Defensive driving skills 
• Knowledge of local routes and terrain 
• Vehicle maintenance 
• Security awareness and risk management 
• Communication skills 
• Time management and reliability 
• Teamwork and professional conduct 
• Documentation and record-keeping skills