Transport Officers at the African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)

The African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) is a Network of public health training institutions in Africa that seeks to strengthen manpower to enhance health systems on the continent. AFENET is a not-for-profit organization which works closely with Ministries of Health in member countries to develop sustainable programs and capacity to strengthen field epidemiology and ensure healthier lives for Africans.

The African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) seeks the services of candidates to fill the vacant position below for the Nigerian Field Epidemiology and Training Program (NFELTP) National Stop Transmission of Poliomyelitis (NSTOP) program:

Job Title: Transport Officer

Location: Abuja
Work Hours: Full time
Duration of contract: One year

Job Description
The responsibilities of the Transport Officer include:

• To provide Transport administrative support functions to the NFELTP/NSTOP office.
• Direct supervision of all NFELTP/NSTOP drivers to ensure discipline and compliance with lawful directives and assignments;
• Daily monitoring of all vehicles using the installed Vehicle tracking system or as requested by the supervisor
• Prepare transport plans/ dispatch vehicles within Abuja and outside Abuja movements of personnel
• Prepares daily reports for all vehicles detailing conformity to movement schedules as indicated in Vehicle Log Sheets.
• Make spot checks and ensure the drivers fill the various documents accurately at all times. This includes Log sheets, mileage records, service cards and fuel records. -
• Prepare electronic reports, print and file the same reports for each vehicle every day for management use
• Follow up on Vehicle insurance and maintenance
• Follow up on all personnel issues related to drivers i.e. contract validity, recruitment, training, evaluation etc.
• Prepare a monthly report to the administrator entailing a monthly activity analysis giving recommendations on their administration and operations
• Should be ready to travel within Nigeria to execute responsibilities
• Any other related duty assigned by Supervisor

Qualification and Experience

• First degree in Engineering
• Post graduate degree in Management/ administration is an added advantage
• Minimum three years’ experience in transport management in an organization with a fleet of vehicles
• Good knowledge of Transport Management and related disciplines.  Ability to acquire sound knowledge of AFENET rules, regulations and procedures.  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; especially the use of MS Execl
• Ability to establish and maintain good relations with people at various levels
• Language Proficiency: Level IV English (fluency in both written and oral) is required

Application Closing Date
12th June, 2016

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online