Driver at The Big Smile Foundation

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibility

Functions / Day to day activities:

• Cleans vehicle and perform routine checks to ensure it has proper working tools on a daily basis.
• Refuels vehicle using an approved fuel voucher and records this on the vehicle log sheet timeously.
• Parks vehicle safely at designated place at the end of each working day not later than 6 pm.
• Ensures that after hours travels have prior formal approval by the admin department.
• Ensure vehicle movement log book is filled timely and regularly.
• To report immediately to the Logistics Officer, all accidents or issues involving Plan International vehicles.
• Compliance to the motor vehicle and travel policy provisions of TBSF.
• Analyses/ review and monitor monthly fuel consumption report for all the office vehicle.

Staff and material transportation:

• Transports staff and designated people to all areas as instructed and with approved vehicle request forms.
• Ferries goods to required points as may be directed from time to time.
• Ensure vehicles have necessary materials such as umbrellas, first aid box, map, fire extinguishers etc.
• Ensure that all TBSF assets are not left unattended in the vehicle whilst parked.
• Files in accurately vehicle log books and submits to the Logistics Officer.
• And other responsibilities assign by the supervisor

Requirements:

• Advanced or Ordinary level certificate
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in vehicle maintenance and driving.
• Good communication, interpersonal and computer skills
• Class B drivers license. 
• Work experience in an NGO setup will be an added advantage
• Any relevant certification in driving/clerical services will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrate wide knowledge of the road network.
• Confirmed and demonstrated successful experience in a similar role
• Be a resident of northeast Nigeria (preferably from the local community)
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be able to communicate effectively in local languages (e.g., Hausa, Kanuri)
• Have a strong understanding of local customs and traditions
• Be willing to work in a challenging and dynamic environment

Desirable skills:

• A demonstrated ability to multi-task and process information into action in a timely manner
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English and either Kanuri or Hausa.
• Interpersonal Abilities: Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building effective relationships and maintaining effective communication with diverse community groups and stakeholders.
• Presentation Skills: Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to engage and captivate an audience.
• Organizational Competence: Outstanding organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines effectively.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing organization.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.