Principal's Driver at Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR)

Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR) is an indigenous nonprofit institution that works to accelerate positive health, social and economic reforms through high-quality program design and implementation, capacity building, implementation science research and knowledge generation, as well as agenda-setting and stakeholder convening across human development sectors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Principal's Driver

Location: Abuja

Description and Objectives

• The Principal’s Driver will work with the Principal and provide all logistics support end-to-end.
• S/he will also ensure that vehicles are properly used and used in line with SCIDaR fleet policy.
• He will also follow up and ensure that routine preventative maintenance schedules for the vehicles are strictly adhered to in a manner that will assure reliable transportation of SCIDaR staff, assets and other goods.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Office Admin and make recommendations and implement measures that will safeguard the SCIDaR’s vehicles and vehicle equipment to enhance efficiency and reduce the possibility of theft or damage.
• Coordinate with the Admin Officer to ensure the maintenance of a folder of Vehicle Log Books for audit purposes.
• Responsible for ensuring that the assigned vehicle is cleaned and maintained at all times
• Responsible for using all vehicle management tools like log sheets and vehicle checklists to monitor vehicle usage, behaviour and maintenance.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• SCIDaR staff satisfaction.
• Adherence to safety regulations
• Zero cases of fatality.
• Evidence of route planning
• High level of compliance with all security protocols, policies and procedures.

Education and Experience

• Academic training: Minimum of a National Diploma or its equivalent in Logistics, Business Administration or Humanities;
• Professional Qualification: Possession of a Trade Test Certificate I or II will be advantageous.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 - 5 years of progressive experience in Driving and Logistics management.
• NGO/Donor’s Experience: The Ideal candidate must be familiar with Donors’ rules and regulations and must have worked with a reputable developmental organisation.

Core Requirements:

• Compelling evidence of interest in and commitment to the mission of SCIDaR;
• Demonstrated strong strategic thinking, problem-solving and thought leadership abilities;
• Demonstrated expertise in driving and vehicle management;
• Demonstrated expertise in defensive driving;
• Basic skill in computer usage;
• Ability to form working relationships with people at all levels;
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to handle conflicts.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Previous experience working with an INGO or a Consultancy firm;
• Proficiency in word processing and Microsoft Office;
• Ability to travel 20% of the time.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online