Driver at Malaria Consortium
Malaria Consortium Nigeria is committed to tackling the large number of malaria cases and deaths in the country.
- UWorking in partnership with the Ministry of Health and other partners, we lead and support three major malaria control initiatives in the country:
Support to the National Malaria Control Programme (SuNMaP); NetWorks and MAPS.
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
Security, communication and miscellaneous duties (10%)
Ensure the vehicle radio communication is in good working condition
Maintain regular radio communication with the base station while travelling away from the base.
- Radios should be switched on for communications at all times
- Observe and ensure adherence with security guidelines in the programme area of operation
- Assist Logistics Officer and colleagues in gathering security information analysis especially pertaining to routes to be travelled.
- To advise the logistician on the security of such routes and whether Malaria Consortium vehicle should travel or not on a given route
- Promptly report all relevant security incidents/concerns to the Logistics Officer
- Carry out other delegated tasks using Malaria Consortium vehicles.
- Theses may range from mail delivery, payment of bills, picking or dropping of staff or visitors and other similar tasks
- Organise the assigned task in the most efficient and effective manner, so as to minimize vehicle use (fuel consumption, wear and tear)
- Carry out any other duties as requested by the Logistics Officer and any senior staff
- Follow Malaria Consortium’s security protocol at all times
Person specification
Qualifications and 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
Qualification: Secondary School (SSCE)
Location: Abuja
Job Field: Driving
How to Apply
Interested applicant can apply via this link
