Driver at Solidarites International (SI)

Solidarités International (SI) is an international humanitarian NGO which, for more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their vital needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly involved in the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the first cause of death in the world, SI's interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in around twenty countries, SI's teams - 2000 people in total made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at headquarters, and a few volunteers - work with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultures.

Solidarités International (SI) is determined to prevent and fight all type of abuse – all act of exploitation, abuse and/or sexual harassment (SEAH) against members of beneficiary communities or collaborators, fraud, corruption, violation of persons and/or property, funding of activities harmful to human rights – that could be perpetrated in the frame of its interventions. SI implements a zero-tolerance policy regarding acts of SEAH. Solidarités International is an equitable employer committed to find all forms of discrimination. SI will never ask for any remuneration to take part in a recruitment process.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Driver

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Full-time

Mission / Objectives

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

Job
List of 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 log-book 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 at all times 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 available at all times
• 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 Forsaken

• Education: minimum of ND in transportation or any other field.
• Personal abilities: expert in driving, strong sight vision, ability to read and write.
• Professional experience: Minimum of 1 year experience in similar position (NGO/Private or public sector)
• Languages: English and local languages
• Personal qualities: reliable, honest, very good organization, resistant to stress, good interpersonal skills (communication), team player.
• Technical competencies: valid driver’s licence and certificate of driving from recognized driving school.

What we offer 

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

Application Closing Date
14th July, 2025 (4.00pm).

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their hard copy application with a resume, cover letter, copy of diplomas, copy of valid ID card, Drivers' Licence and work certificate to Solidarités International Maiduguri office with the Watchmen addressed to:
Deputy Admin Manager, Northeast,
Plot No 2605, Along Kari Road,
Adjacent to Halima ENT Hospital,
Damboa Road Extension, Old GRA,
Maiduguri, Borno State.

Note

• Use the job position as the subject of the application
• Solidarites International reserves the right to end the application at any time.
• This position is for Internal and External applicants.