Driver / Logistics Assistant, BMZ/NETTDeP at CBM International

CBM is an International Christian Development Organization, committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities in the poorest countries of the world. CBM provides grants sourced from private and institutional donors to local partners, who subsequently implement the grants on the basis of contracts signed with CBM detailing implementation, accounting, and reporting standards. In this set-up, CBM Country Offices (CO) perform control and monitoring procedures aimed at partner projects; control reports from implementing partners to CBM, including comparison with original source documents, project contract and cost plans; and ensure compliance with organizational and statutory requirements.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Driver / Logistics Assistant, BMZ/NETTDeP

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full time

These are your responsibilities

• Provides Mechanical operations support to the Project office in assigned state.
• Proactively manage all State logistics support and assigned transportation schedule in line with best practice in safety and security while driving.
• Assist in the preparation of a weekly travel schedule for staff in consultation with the administration team; ensure all vehicles have all accessories, submission of status reports, maintenance, fuel, vehicle cleanliness and general observation of SOPs.
• Ensure that the Licenses are up-to date and that vehicles are well maintained and serviced on time as the need arises.
• Ensure that all vehicles are fitted with the necessary security apparatus.
• Be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, checks oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, and perform minor repairs, arranges for other repairs, and ensures that the vehicle is kept clean.
• Ensure availability of all the required documents/supplies including insurance, vehicle logs, map of the city/country, first aid kit, necessary spare parts are in each CBM vehicle.
• Ensure that all vehicles assigned are serviced and properly checked before undertaking a long drive.
• Ensure that the vehicle is kept clean and tidy always.
• Drive staff members and official visitors for project-related trips, activities and assignments as requested.
• Facilitate the transfer of project visitors to/from their respective hotels to the office as well as airport transfers upon request.
• Maintain an up-date record of the logbook (mileage, destinations, times & passengers, maintenance, fuel) for each trip in the book provided.
• Acts as interpreter when carrying passengers who do not understand the local languages and whenever needed.
• Uphold and abide by all relevant travel policy, vehicle policy and local traffic rules and standards.
• Induct staff on vehicle SOPs before embarking on field mission.
• Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident.
• Follow all security and safety protocols to always ensure the protection of passengers and vehicles.
• Present proper receipts on any expenditure incurred on their vehicle to the Officer in charge.
• Ensure that the line manager is at once informed of any incidents and that the incident report form is filled immediately and reported to the police where necessary.
• In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, the incumbent will upon instruction by his / her superior (s), perform ad hoc activities which are either by their nature related to his / her normal duties or evolve from operational requirements.
• During office events and field visits, conduct other tasks as may be needed from time to time in support of programme activities.

These are your qualifications

• Minimum Secondary School leaving certificate or equivalent.
• A valid driving license (class B, C, E preferrable)/ certification to operate assigned vehicle following local rules and regulations.
• At least four (4) years of related work experience, with minimum of one (1) year working with international NGO preferred and at least three (3) years being in the Project State.
• Basic Computer appreciation skill and knowledge of Microsoft office packages will be an advantage.
• Excellent knowledge of local driving rules and regulations, traffic laws, a good knowledge of the city and alternate routes to enable quick access.
• Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (e.g., fire extinguisher).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Basic skills to help in case of emergency, knowledge of basic first aid methods.
• Experience working in insecure areas and adhering to strict safety, security and safeguarding policies required.
• Fluency in spoken and written English. 
• Understanding of local language is an added advantage.
• Ability to cope under pressure and meet deadlines and efficiently manage a range of tasks concurrently to meet diverse needs.
• Ability to integrate into a multi-cultural environment and willingness to learn.
• Able to work independently, and as a member of a team with a high level of integrity.
• Willingness to travel, within and outside the capital city, and other field locations where CBM has its operations.
• A self-starter who takes initiative and consistently seeks to improve quality in their work.
• Excellent knowledge of local driving rules and regulations, traffic laws, a good knowledge of the city and alternate routes to enable quick access.
• Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (e.g., fire extinguisher).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Basic skills to help in case of emergency, knowledge of basic first aid methods.
• Experience working in insecure areas and adhering to strict safety, security and safeguarding policies required.
• Fluency in spoken and written English. 
• Understanding of local language is an added advantage.
• Ability to cope under pressure and meet deadlines and efficiently manage a range of tasks concurrently to meet diverse needs.
• Ability to integrate into a multi-cultural environment and willingness to learn.
• Able to work independently, and as a member of a team with a high level of integrity.
• Willingness to travel, within and outside the capital city, and other field locations where CBM has its operations.
• A self-starter who takes initiative and consistently seeks to improve quality in their work.

What We Offer

• A meaningful position with a lot of creative freedom in the world's leading organisation in the field of Disability Inclusive Development
• A fair salary and other social benefits based on the local conditions in the country you apply for
• An approachable, agile organisation with self-reliant people in a diverse and collegial team and great team spirit.

Application Closing Date
19th March, 2025.