Office Driver at Nigerian Women Trust Fund

Position Title:  Office Driver

Supervised by: Administrative and Finance Department.

Purpose: To provide driving support to the organization, while adhering to standard driving regulations and the Nigerian Highway Code

Job Profile: The Driver will be expected to provide driving support to the teams as well as other short-term and long-term technical specialists thereby aiding in the delivery of both Programmes goals and objectives.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Driver reports to the Finance and Admin Officer
• The employee serves as a Driver for the Office. 
•  Carries out driving duties as instructed or authorized.
• Checks daily vehicle schedule for the office (missions, transport needs), prepares necessary plans / arrangements and reports on changes.
• Maintains the relevant forms (Vehicle Ledger and Vehicle Fuel Forms)  and submits them  as required
• Carries mobile phone at all times, switched on and charged.
• Ensures that the vehicle(s) allocated are checked on a daily basis (Monday to Friday) concerning fuel, water, oil and other fluids, tyre pressure and any damage/ repair requirements (which are to be reported to Administration for action).
• Ensures that allocated vehicles are kept clean and the interiors tidy.
• Reports any accident or driving incident immediately.
• Adheres to all road traffic regulations, including the wearing of seat belts and will be held responsible for any violation.
• The driver must ensure that he is in possession of a driving license when on driving duties
• Carries out any other duties that may ensure smooth operations as may be assigned.
• Condition of service is very attractive and negotiable.

Required Academic / Professional Qualifications, Training, and Experience

• Minimum of SSCE;
• Certified professional driving training (preferred);
• Fluent English & local language;
• Previous experience of working with an NGO sector is highly desirable;
• Excellent knowledge of the city and major motorways in Nigeria and FCT in particular;

Essential Competencies / Skills:

• Valid category B driving license
• Demonstrable defensive driving skills (in town and on dirt roads);
• Good communication skills;
• Basic routine maintenance and vehicle handling skills;
• Willingness to be flexible and prepared to contribute to the company in other duties as required.

Condition of Service: Attractive and negotiable. NWTF is an equal opportunity employer.

Location: Work in Abuja

About the organisation: kindly see www.womenfund.org