Job Description

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

Responsibilities
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’

Requirements

• 2 years’ Works experience as a driver and preferably with SI or other INGO/NGO
• Possess a valid Driving License
• Good knowledge of road safety/signs and defensive driving
• Currently resides in Abuja and has good knowledge of road networks within the city
• Conversant with INGOs and NGOs offices in Abuja
• Fluent in spoken and written English, working knowledge of other local languages is a plus.
• Ability to read & write, basic mechanical troubleshooting ability is an added advantage
• A good listener, a good communicator, ability to prioritize and work with little supervision, team player, excellent interpersonal skills.

Note: Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply

What we offer

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