About DNALC Nigeria
The DNALC Nigeria is a model molecular biology instruction center that caters to the need for a curriculum-based hands-on laboratory experience in the continent. It is sited at the permanent campus of Godfrey Okoye University in Enugu State, Nigeria. This area is peaceful, has a conducive atmosphere for learning with beautiful natural scenery that is only available in the southeastern region. This is the next step in the collaborative efforts and support of the DNA Learning Center, the educational arm of the famous Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory in New York, United States of America. The DNALC Nigeria is supporting science education by providing secondary and college students and their educators with the requisite training and tools to explore more about molecular biology and biotechnology in the classroom.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Driver
Location: Enugu State
Employment Type: Full-time
Main Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Deputy Director, and in technical link with the base logistician, the Driver is in charge of driving DNA Learning Center Nigeria vehicles according to the DNA Learning Center Nigeria procedures, and assisting the maintenance team in the office/guesthouse/warehouse and loading/unloading goods and material into the cars.
Tasks Description
- Driving vehicles and passenger safety and security of transported materials/equipment’s :
- Following DNA Learning Center Nigeria driving Regulation
- Adapting his/her behavior and driving to assure passengers’ security, DNA Learning Center Nigeria equipment and the rest of road/street users (drivers, pedestrians, etc.).
- Always drive according to the Nigerian circulation code and respecting speed limits
- Always wearing safety belt while driving and ensuring all passengers do the same
- Ensuring having a valid driving license and always have it ready for any eventual inspection
- Ensuring that all necessary documents are valid and renewed before the expiration date (yearly road safety check, registration of main drivers with the Rental Company, etc.)
Maintenance of the vehicle:
- Checking on a regular basis the vehicle’s motor, oil level, breaks liquid, air pressure of wheels, wind shield liquid, cleaning the care daily etc.
- Alerting direct supervisor in case of technical problem or need for maintenance
- Organizing or if possible carrying out of any necessary maintenance after validation of direct supervisor
- Ensuring the vehicle is clean on the inside and outside
- Ensuring all necessary equipment and material is present in the vehicle and in good condition (tools, spare wheel, airlift, belts, ropes, etc.)
- Refilling the fuel tank each time the tank is at half of its capacity Remaining stand-by in the office in between movements
Other Duties / Responsibilities
- Realize small purchases following the orders of the logistics officer
- Fill a logbook with kilometers and fuel consumption he does
- Supporting the team for manual tasks (load/unload the vehicle)
- Participate in internal work meetings and inform DNA Learning Center Nigeria team on log issues
- Report any security related issues to the supervisor
- Supporting operational organization of field trips
- Maintaining full confidentiality for all work-related information
Others:
- Be flexible in performing his/her duties
- Inform immediately the security focal point in case of any security problem
- Perform other additional duties on request of the logistics officer
- Respect DNA Learning Center Nigeria rules and regulations including driver’s rules Educational Requirements
- High School Diploma
- At least 5 year experience in same position
- A good knowledge of Enugu State context and its environs.
Salary Range
N60,000 – N 65,000 Monthly.
Application Closing Date 12th May, 2025.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover letter in the same document to:[email protected] using the Job title and Specific Location as the subject of the mail.
Important Notice
- Only successful applicants will be called for the next steps and are obligated to disclose any information about family member(s) currently in the employment with DNA Learning Center Nigeria in any location.
- No monetary transactions, neither demands of favors in kind, nor will other types of favoritism be tolerated in the DNA Learning Center Nigeria recruitment process.
- DNA Learning Center Nigeria reserves the right to refuse hiring a candidate having benefitted from any such acts. All illicit demands may be pursued through the judicial system.
- DNA Learning Center Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer and encourages any Nigerian citizen to apply irrespective of race, gender, religion, creed, political affiliation.
- Dual Employment is considered gross misconduct and hence not acceptable.
- DNA Learning Center Nigeria reserves the right to cancel any step or whole of the recruitment process at any stage.
- DNA Learning Center Nigeria takes this opportunity to thank all potential candidates for their application.
- Candidates are required to submit references upon application.
- Disclaimer: Please note that DNA Learning Center Nigeria does not engage in or accept bribes in exchange for job opportunities. Any attempts to offer or accept bribes will result in immediate disqualification from the recruitment process.”
- Due to the nature of this role we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and the role might be filled and closed before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.
