Driver – Katsina needed at International Rescue Committee

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Job title : Driver – Katsina

Job Location : Katsina

Deadline : November 15, 2024

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Project Overview:

The BHA (Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance) project, Integrated Emergency Response to the Displaced Population in Zamfara, Sokoto, And Katsina States, Northwest Nigeria’  depending on fund availability will be carried out by a consortium led by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in collaboration with the Alliance for International Medical Action (Alima), Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI), and Life Helpers Initiative (LHI), aims to leverage each partner’s expertise to provide immediate humanitarian assistance to internally displaced people populations through area-based approach. The Consortium partners will provide an integrated multisectoral intervention in Health, Nutrition, WASH, Protection, and Multi-purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) activities in Zamfara, Katsina, and Sokoto states in collaboration with state governments, UN organizations and other key actors in Northwest Nigeria. The project will be implemented by a dedicated support, quality assurance, and coordination team, who will work closely with all partners through a management unit of well-structured consortium governance for the activity.

Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include,

  • The safe transportation of IRC personnel
  • The safe transportation of IRC materials
  • The care and maintenance of IRC vehicles and their accessories

Key Competencies

  • No road safety-related fines or convictions Thorough knowledge of road rules and regulations
  • Skills in routine vehicle maintenance and minor repair
  • Knowledge (or ability to quickly learn) of HF, VHF, and satellite communications equipment.
  • Team spirit and problem-solving abilities.
  • Able to carry out limited, un-supervised tasks.
  • Drivers must display an attitude and behavior that reflects well on both themselves and the IRC. 

Expected Deliverables

  • Strict adherence to the IRC’s vehicle policies and procedures, including the use of seatbelts by all passengers.
  • Daily and pre-long distance vehicle checks. Accurate upkeep of the vehicle’s log sheet.
  • Maintaining the vehicle clean, fueled and mechanically sound.
  • Inspecting and maintaining all vehicle accessories.
  • Advising the Transport manager of pending inspections, insurance renewal or any defects or problems.

Key Working Relationships:

Position Reports to:  Logistics Assistant
Position directly supervises: None.

Indirect Reporting: Supply Chain Officer.
Other Internal and/or external contacts:

Internal:

Country Program: Katsina Operations team and Program teams.

External: 

Qualifications

Education:

  • Secondary School leaving Certificate

Work Experience:

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in as a professional driver preferrable in an INGO setting.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

  • Attention to detail.
  • Excellent driving skills.
  • Computer skills (Microsoft word, Excel etc.) 

Language Skills:

  •  Speak and write English language clearly (Hausa is an added advantage)

Certificates or Licenses:

  •  Valid National drivers’ license

How to Apply for this Offer

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