Driver at Solidarites International - 3 Openings

Solidarites International is a French humanitarian organization which provides aid and assistance to victims of war or natural disaster. For over 40 years the association has focused on meeting three vital needs - water, food and shelter. SI is present in North-East Nigeria since 2016 and is currently operating in 4 bases across Borno State (Maiduguri, Monguno, Ngala, and Dikwa) with outreach capacities across all BAY States through its emergency component. Currently, SI carries out emergency/post - emergency programs in WASH/FSL sector in North-West Nigeria where limited actors are currently present.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Driver

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Contract Duration: Projected contract duration is 2 months
Slots: 3 Openings

Mission

• The driver uses Solidarites International vehicles for transporting goods and people, according to Solidarites International procedures.
• He/she makes all journeys in accordance with established schedules.

Main Tasks
Care/vehicle maintenance/monitoring:

• Maintain the vehicle and his/her equipment and ensure the safety of all passengers.
• Take part in the basic upkeep of the vehicle, carry out up-to-date care and maintenance of the vehicle according to established procedures and immediately inform his/her line manager of any problems.
• Keep the vehicle clean.
• Fill in the logbook and monitoring documents.
• Supervise the loading and unloading of the vehicle as well as the organization and safety of packages in his/her vehicle.

Security:

• Respect the traffic rules, speed limits and braking distances and adjust his/her speed according to road conditions.
• He/she must wear a seat belt, safety helmet or lifejacket always and make sure that all passengers follow this rule.
• Ensure that visibility equipment is available onboard the vehicle.
• Follow the established procedure in the case of an accident.
• Before each journey, check that all vehicle documentation, a break-down kit, and other safety equipment is onboard the vehicle and that the communications equipment is in good working order.
• Keep base informed by radio of his/her movements and listen to HF and VHF radio.
• Stay close to the vehicle and be always available.
• Ensure that passengers and vehicle return before nightfall.
• Ensure that there is enough fuel for each trip.
• Do not carry passengers who do not belong to the organization unless a disclaimer has been signed, in agreement with the line manager.
• Do not carry passengers carrying arms or wearing military uniform.
• Park the vehicle in a suitable place, ‘ready to leave.

Profile
Technical Competencies:

• Minimum of SSCE qualification.
• 2 years of work experience as a driver in an international organization along with a valid driver’s license.
• Languages: Fluency of English, and Local Languages in duty station.
• Good knowledge of the city, local roads, and conditions
• Knowledge of local driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies

Personal Abilities:

• Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with people.
• High sense of confidentiality, initiative, reliability, honesty, and good judgment
• Ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

What We Offer

• Salary + Transport, Leave & housing allowance + social benefits (medical coverage, 24 days of annual leaves per year, compassionate leaves, public holidays as announced by government, festive bonus, Life insurance - covering death and permanent disability) etc.

Application Closing Date
15th May, 2023.