Driver – IHP Nigeria at Palladium Group

Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with foundations, investors, governments, corporations, communities and civil society to formulate strategies and implement solutions that generate lasting social, environmental and financial benefits.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Driver – IHP Nigeria

Ref No: req9778
Location: Kebbi, Nigeria
Duration: 5 years

Project Overview and Role
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The Driver is a full-time position to support the Nigeria Integrated Health Program staff in the safe transport of team members and deliveries. Under immediate supervision of the Logistics Assistant.

Responsibilities

Drive vehicles as directed, including transporting staff to the field, performing pickups and delivery tasks; responsible for routine vehicle maintenance, including inspecting the vehicle; noting damage, scratches, malfunctions, or problems and reporting any faults to senior driver; and ensuring vehicles are clean, well maintained, and road worthy at all times
Compile trip reports for drivers and weekly log sheets and enter into the fuel consumption report; process monthly fuel requests and consolidate fuel liquidations for office vehicles
Ensure that self and all passengers are wearing seatbelts prior to departure, including those in the back seat
Report any accidents involved while driving project vehicle to the police and appropriate authorities; ensure vehicle has all the required forms before starting a trip.
Act as administrative assistant, when not driving.
Performs any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor

Required Qualifications
The Driver should:

Have an Ordinary National Diploma (OND);
Be able to communicate in English language;
Have a minimum of 5 years work experience in a similar position within any reputable organization or within an international development project will be an added advantage;
Understand the mechanics of vehicles as this will be advantageous;
Have demonstrable knowledge of Nigerian road networks
Have demonstrable knowledge of Nigerian driving codes and regulations
Ability to drive and work long hours
Familiar with the culture of the area.
Familiar with the local terrain and routes and respond appropriately, in case of emergency.
Knowledge and fluent understanding of Hausa language will be an added advantage