Logistics Officer / Driver at Sanitas Health and Development Foundation (SANHDEF)

The Sanitas Health and Development Foundation (SANHDEF) is a non-governmental organization committed to strengthening health systems and advancing sustainable development goals through strategic support in policy, service delivery, and capacity building.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Logistics Officer / Driver

Location: Kano 
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Admin/Finance Manager
Division/Department: Shared Services

Project Overview
Terms of Reference (TOR) for State-Level Team (Kano State Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) Project):

• SANHDEF has been engaged by the Gates Foundation (GF) to implement a three (3) year Health System Strengthening (HSS) Project in Kano State.
• The project will support the State in developing realistic plans to optimize its health systems, improve health outcomes, and build a more resilient healthcare infrastructure capable of meeting the needs of its growing population.
• We are seeking highly motivated and skilled professionals to join our State-level team in various critical roles.

Job Summary

• The Logistics Officer/Driver will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable movement of project personnel and assets within Kano State.
• This position will also provide essential administrative and logistical support to the project team, ensuring field activities are well-coordinated, and office supplies and inventory are well-managed.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive project staff and assets to all designated locations, including remote LGAs and PHC facilities in Kano State.
• Conduct daily pre-and post-trip vehicle inspections, report maintenance needs, and oversee routine servicing.
• Accurately maintain all vehicle documentation, including trip logbooks, mileage, and fuel consumption records.
• Provide hands-on logistical support for project field activities, including preparing, transporting, and setting up training materials and equipment.
• Perform critical official errands, such as delivering and picking up sensitive documents and materials from government offices and partners.
• Support minor local procurement processes, including obtaining quotes and delivering purchases.
• Support the Admin team with managing and tracking project inventory, supplies, and minor assets

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of a Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSCE). A valid Nigerian commercial or professional driver's license is mandatory.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional driving experience, preferably with an international NGO, donor-funded project, or reputable organization.
• Proven experience driving on challenging roads, particularly within Kano State LGAs.
• Demonstrated experience in a logistics, administrative, or field support role is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle mechanics for routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Basic proficiency in written and spoken English and a high level of fluency in Hausa is essential.

Desired Competencies:

• Knowledge of basic vehicle mechanics for routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Basic proficiency in written and spoken English and a high level of fluency in Hausa is essential.
• Ability to handle and organize administrative documents (logbooks, receipts, inventory forms).
• Professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with all project staff and stakeholders.

Application Closing Date
17th June, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a single PDF document that includes their cover letter (no more than one page) and updated CV to: recruitment@sanhdef.org using "Logistics Officer / Driver – Your Name" as the subject of the mail.