Driver at PATH

• We seek to recruit One Driver to be based in the Abuja, Nigeria to support our project operations.
• The driver will be responsible for meeting the transportation needs of the office, an important responsibility, being entrusted with the lives of staff and sometimes visitors.

Other responsibilities will include: 

Specific duties include: 

• Transporting project staff, project counterparts, consultants and other visitors to project sites, workshops/meetings, and various events in and around Eastern and other Provinces. 
• Ensuring the safety of passengers by courteously reminding them of safety practices while in the vehicle. 
• Performing or scheduling maintenance services and ensuring that project vehicles are clean and in proper working order. 
• Following up with vehicle maintenance regulations and licenses and making recommendations to the Senior Administration Officer for necessary actions. 
• Reporting suspected vehicle malfunctions or issues. 
• Ensuring that vehicles are adequately fueled using office account. 
• Maintaining the vehicle/driver’s logbook. 
• Updating all vehicle documents and checking vehicle insurance. 
• Running project office errands, such as document delivery, mailing, banking, customs clearance, bill payments, shopping for office supplies etc., as requested. 
• Supporting project staff in the field as required.  
• Assisting with maintenance of project office space, including re-arrangement of furniture and minor repairs of office equipment. 
• Any other relevant duties as assigned by the Program Manager.  

Required Skills & Experience: 

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Driver and successful completion of a driving course, with a valid Nigerian driver’s license 
• Previous experience with and INGO or Corporate Private Sector (eg Bank, Oil and Gas,etc) will be an advantage. 
• Self-motivated, courteous, and humble individual 
• Proven ability to work under pressure and availability to work outside of normal business hours, as required. 
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with team members, and proven ability to work in a team. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English desired.  
• Basic knowledge/familiarity with automobile maintenance 
• NGO experience desirable but not a mandatory. 
• Must currently have legal authorization to work in Nigeria.