Driver at the Management Sciences for Health (MSH)

The Management Sciences for Health (MSH), a global health nonprofit organization, uses proven approaches developed over 40 years to help leaders, health managers, and communities in developing nations build stronger health systems for greater health impact. We work to save lives by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Driver

Job Requisition ID: R3684
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Details

• Safely transport the Country Representative, VIP Visitors and other Senior MSH staff to and from various locations, including meetings, appointments, and events.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills, including clear and timely coordination with the Country Representative regarding schedule changes or additional transportation requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding the Country Representative’s activities, conversations, and sensitive information.
• Constantly reviewing the itinerary of the Country Representative and planning all movements in coordination with the Executive Assistant to the Country Representative and Security Unit.
• Drive the vehicle with caution ensuring the safety of passengers.
• Abide by Nigerian Highway Code Traffic Regulations and uphold MSH driving rules and transport policies among yourself and all passengers.
• Operate controls for the loading and unloading of goods.
• Complete trip tickets, keep record of fuel consumption, run hour, and mileage on a regular basis.
• Maintain the vehicle log books and sheets on a regular basis and update all necessary paperwork related to the vehicle (insurance, fitness etc.) to ensure smooth operation and movements.
• Assist in ensuring vehicle registration, licenses, insurance, etc. are current and compliant with road regulations.
• Coordinate with admin unit on trip scheduling.
• Ensure all trips are supported by approved trip authorization forms.
• Submit all expense reports in a timely manner to accounting, properly completed.
• Perform maintenance check-up of vehicle on a regular basis and schedule regular car service appointments.
• Report all vehicle faults, maintenance needs, and incidents/accidents to supervisor to ensure proper maintenance of the vehicle for better performance and safety.
• Inspect vehicle prior to travel to ensure all fluids, tires, wipers, belts, etc. are in good working order and ensure cleanliness of the vehicle (exterior car wash and interior cleaning/vacuuming).
• Maintain all equipment allocated to the vehicle is completed and in good working order, including spare tire and communications equipment, before undertaking any journeys to ensure safety of the assigned vehicle.

Qualifications

• High School Certificate.
• 2-4 years of relevant work experience in transportation, mechanics, logistics, operations.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record (no traffic violations).

Preferred:

• Familiarity with GPS devices.
• Ability to communicate in English, both written and orally.
• Experience with international governmental and non-governmental organizations, donor agencies, etc.
• Auto-mechanic experience.
• Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations and safety issues.
• Knowledge of minor vehicle repair, identification of mechanical & electrical troubles and ability to lift heavy loads.
• Knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems
• Ability to react quickly and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Tact, professionalism, and ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues from a broad range of non-governmental, governmental, and international organizations.
• Demonstrated punctuality, attention to detail, patience, friendly demeanor, flexibility, and overall positive attitude.
• Knowledge the Nigeria highway and road system and structure.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.