Driver at Malaria Consortium
Established in 2003, Malaria Consortium is one of the world’s leading non-profit organisations specialising in the prevention, control and treatment of malaria and other communicable diseases among vulnerable populations.
- Our mission is to save lives and improve health in Africa and Asia, through evidence-based programmes that combat targeted diseases and promote universal health coverage.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Driver
Location: Bauchi
The Vacancy
Malaria Consortium is recruiting for a Driver to join our team in Bauchi, Nigeria.
Scope of work
The driver would be responsible for picking up and driving the project officials, pickups and other scheduled appointments.
- And also will be responsible for performing minor maintenance tasks on the vehicles to assure the functionality of the vehicle.
Key working relationships
The Driver working under the line-management of the Admin Officer. Would deliver aspects of the project as per the specified job tasks and expected deliverables.
Key accountabilities
Safely transport persons and goods (70%)
Transport safely Malaria Consortium employees and goods as directed by the line manager
Always be in possession of a valid driving license and personal identification
- Respect and observe the Nigeria traffic regulations, speed limits and adjust speed according to road and risk conditions (for example, when driving in villages or populated areas)
- Observe Malaria Consortium standard operating procedures for vehicles
- Observe the manufacturer technical conditions of use for all vehicles
- Report any accident immediately to line manager and the nearest police station for purpose of insurance claims
- Assist in loading and off-loading, and fetching water
- Ensure safety of vehicles assigned to you at all times
- Ensure passengers wear seat belts at all times
Vehicle maintenance and checklist for field trips (20%)
Responsible for daily and weekly preventive maintenance and report to the line manager any problems with vehicles
- Ensure vehicles are always on full fuel tanks
- Diligently and promptly update the movement and fuel consumption logbook
- Furnish the logbook to the line manager as and when required to facilitate preparation of monthly vehicle and fuel consumption reports
- Always ensure the vehicle insurance and licenses are valid before driving any vehicle
- Alert line manager when service and maintenance schedules are due
- Clean the vehicle inside and outside as and when necessary/ keep your vehicle clean externally and internally at all the times
- Check that items mentioned in the logbook are in the vehicle before leaving
- Perform daily vehicle pre–departure checks to include fuel, engine oil, coolant, lights, tyres, horn, tools and equipment, brakes, windows and mirrors, etc.
- When a field trip is planned, the driver has to inspect and prepare the vehicle the day before leaving and be ready for scheduled departure time
- The driver has also to prepare additional materials according to trip needs (for example, additional fuel tank, stickers, flag, medical and food kits, additional spare tyres)
- Conduct daily, weekly and monthly vehicle check
- Behave in a professional manner at all the times with the understanding that the public associates your behaviour with Malaria Consortium
- Ensures the official vehicles are safely parked within the office environment and approved sites at all times.
Qualifications & Experience:
Essential
- Minimum Qualification of O’ Level Certificate
- Honest, hardworking and pleasant personality with effective interpersonal skills
- Fluent in English
- Valid driving licence
- Previous experience working as a driver (minimum 5 years’ experience)
Work-based skills and competencies:
Essential
- Honest, hardworking and pleasant personality with effective interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Knowledge/skills of basic mechanics
- Willingness to learn about security protocols
Deadline: 11 August 2026
How to Apply
Interested Applicant can apply via this link
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