Drivers at Propcom Mai-karfi

Propcom Mai-karfi, a six-year project which works to improve the livelihoods of Nigeria’s rural poor through targeted market initiatives. Propcom Mai-karfi aims to increase the incomes of 500,000 poor Nigerians; half of them by enhancing employment opportunities and improving productivity in selected agricultural and other rural markets in northern Nigeria.

Propcom Mai-karfi will currently run through December 2017 and is managed by Palladium in partnership with Technosee for the UK Department for International Development. Propcom Mai-karfi seeks high-performing, results-oriented professionals who have a particular interest in resilience and environmental issues to fill the position below, and join its dynamic and exciting team Abuja:

Job Title: Driver

Location: Abuja

Job Description

• The driver will be responsible for the maintenance of the programme vehicles and the provision of safe and reliable driving services to programme staff.
• The incumbent will also provide administrative and clerical support services as requested by the programme team.

Responsibilities will include

• Ensuring that assigned vehicle is clean, road worthy and compliant with DFTD and Palladium Operating Security Standards,
• Provide reliable and safe driving services to programme personnel as required,
• Support the delivery and collection of Ca rgo/mail, documents and other errands as directed by authorized programme personnel in accordance with set guidelines,
• Conduct office pick-ups and drop-offs for authorized staff and consultants,
• Assist the Personnel Manager with immigration and customs formalities as required.

Required Skills & Experience

• A minimum of an OND qualification
• The ability to communicate fluently in English and Hausa languages
• Minimum of 2 years work experience in a similar position within an international development project
• Understanding of the mechanics of vehicles will be advantageous
• Demonstrable knowledge of Nigerian road networks (with particular emphasis on northern Nigeria)
• Demonstrable knowledge of Nigerian driving code and regulations
• Ability to drive and work long hours when/if required

Application Closing Date
19th February, 2016.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV (maximum of three pages), full details of their referees and a 1 page covering letter outlining how their skills and competencies match the requirements of the post they are applying for to: [email protected]