Driver at International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO)

Founded in 2011, the International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO) is an international non-governmental organisation that supports humanitarian aid workers by establishing safety coordination platforms in insecure contexts. INSO provides registered NGOs with a range of free services,Â including real-time incident tracking, analytical reports, safety-related data and mapping, crisis management support, staff orientations and training. INSO provides daily support to more than 1000 NGOs operating in 16 of the world’s most insecure countries.

Experience 3 – 3 years
Location Abuja

Overall Purpose of Role:

The driver is responsible for the movements of the personnel, the partners, the transport, and the delivery of the equipment / materials of the mission and the mail between different sites. The position holder is responsible for the use and maintenance of INSO vehicles with the laws and regulations that govern their use.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for the daily care and maintenance of vehicles, including cleaning, periodic maintenance checks, any repairs, etc.
In case of replacement of a defective part, ensure that the used part is brought back to the store and registered in the used parts register and return the balance and supporting documents to the cashier upon return to the office.
Responsible for safety in, and around, the vehicle for all the passengers, i.e., adhere to vehicle’s maximum capacity, refusing the transport of any armed persons, and secure cargo transfers.
Responsible for knowing and obliging to the country’s Highway Code.
Responsible for driving only INSO employees and cargo.
Obtain relevant authorizations, which will be kept in the vehicle, from INSO manager to provide transportation for any other passengers.
Provide increased assistance to passengers arriving from outside and assist in loading and unloading luggage and/or cargo.
Carry out pre and post field trip checks and inspections as required.
Keep the vehicle clean inside and outside both when leaving and returning from the field a special care with fragile equipment: computer equipment, radio, documents
Ensure that all parts relating to the circulation and driving of the vehicle are on board and are valid; and also ensuring that the logbook and the accident report forms are present.
Responsible for the transmission of information in an event of the accident or incident.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential:

A College degree, State Diploma, or SSCE.
Excellent English language and native language skills, both written and verbal
Valid driver’s license for relevant vehicles
Minimum 3 year’s driver experience
Able to work autonomously and organize own schedule to accomplish the expected tasks.
Auto mechanics knowledge

Nice to Have:

Communication skills
Auto mechanics knowledge
Good English language skills, both written and verbal

Personal Attributes

Respectful.
Open-mindedness and self-confidence.
Time Management skills.
Able to work under pressure.
Strong sense of responsibility towards passengers and goods.

INSO’s Safeguarding Policy

INSO is fully committed to safe recruitment, selection and vetting of all potential new staff, trustees and volunteers and we will ensure rigorous compliance with our Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policy throughout the recruitment process.

Terms & Conditions:

This is a full-time position based in Abuja, Nigeria, with possible travels within the country. You will report to the Logistic Officer with Technical reference to the Operations Manager.

Method of Application

Please submit completed applications to jobs@nga.ngosafety.org and reference “position title” as the subject line. Applications should be in English and include:

An updated CV (maximum 3 pages).
A one-page cover letter detailing why you are interested in working for INSO and how your qualifications align specifically with the competencies required for the role.