Casual Driver at the International Rescue Committee (IRC)

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Casual Driver

Requisition ID: req42179
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Category: Regular
Sector: Supply Chain
Open to Expatriates: No

Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include:

• The safe and efficient transportation of IRC personnel.
• The safe and efficient transportation of IRC materials
• The care and maintenance of IRC vehicles and accessories
• Comply with IRC fleet and driving policies and standards.
• Representation of IRC in a professional manner.

Expected Deliverables

• Strict adherence to the IRC’s vehicle policies and procedures, including the use of seatbelts by all passengers.
• Daily and pre-long distance vehicle checks. Accurate upkeep of the vehicle’s log sheet.
• Maintaining the vehicle clean, fueled and mechanically sound.
• Inspecting and maintaining vehicle accessories.

Key Working Relationships:

• Position Reports to:  Head Driver
• Position directly supervises: None.
• Indirect Reporting: Logistics Officer.

Qualifications

• Education: Secondary School Leaving Certificate.
• Work Experience: Minimum of 1 year experience as a professional driver preferably with an INGO.

Language Skills: 

• Speak and write English language clearly

Certificates or Licenses: 

• Valid National drivers' license

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• Pay attention to details.
• problem solving
• Excellent driving skills.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel etc.)

Key Competencies:

• No road safety-related fines or convictions
• Thorough knowledge of road rules and regulations
• Safe/Defensive driving skills.
• Skills in routine vehicle maintenance and minor repair
• Knowledge (or ability to quickly learn) of HF, VHF, and satellite communications equipment.
• Team spirit and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to carry out limited, un-supervised tasks.
• Display an attitude and behavior that reflects well on both themselves and the IRC.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.