The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is an independent non-profit organization that combines innovative research, market systems development, and strategic partnerships to identify and scale sustainable soil solutions for improved food security and livelihoods around the world.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Driver (Temporary Engagement)
Job ID: 20120975
Location: Kano (The driver shall be based in Kano but should be available to travel within the country when the need arises.)
Employment Type: Full-Time / Regular
Reporting:The position will report to and support the Communication Coordinator.
Duties
Under the overall supervision of the Administration Officer the driver will:
- Abide by all journey management and other security protocols.
- Ensure that vehicle documents/particulars are correct and up to date.
- Keep record of vehicle movements in the vehicle logbook and ensure that staff or any other official visitor taken on a trip sign off the logbook at the end of each journey.
- Maintain vehicle in clean and good condition ensuring that there is always adequate fuel.
- In liaison with the Admin Assistant, ensure the vehicle is serviced as prescribed by the servicing company.
- Abide by all traffic regulations, laws, and ordinances while driving to avoid fines.
- Ensure that passengers comply with proper safety routine while in the vehicle.
- In liaison with the Admin Assistant, ensure that the vehicle is equipped with maintenance, emergency and first aid kits.
- Perform other assignments as requested by Management and Supervisor.
- Sees to it that the vehicle is in safe premises, whenever if it is not in use.
- Maintains a record of all trips made as well as the consumption of fuel and other materials used for the operation and maintenance of vehicle.
- Open to working nights and weekends.
- Report any vehicle malfunctions or needed repairs to the Admin Assistant.
- Provide assistance with loading and unloading luggage as may be required.
- Any other ad-hoc assignments or project as when required.
Requirements
- At least an O level holder
- Should be able to speak Hausa.
- At least 5 years of professional experience
- Holder of a valid professional driving license (both national and international)
- Ability to communicate in English, read and write.
- Willingness to travel extensively in the country and in the sub-region.
- Attained defensive driving training.
- Must be resident in Kano.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
