Project Driver at The Management Sciences for Health (MSH) Full Time

Job Title: Project Driver

Job ID: R1715
Location: Cross River
Employment Type: Full – Time

Position Summary

• Under the overall supervision of the State Coordinator, the Driver’s job is to provide transport support services to all technical program areas.
• The driver is also required to drive MSH vehicles while transporting staffs which include: Employees and VIP visitors.
• Drivers are also responsible for overseeing vehicle maintenance.

General Responsibilities

• Drive project staff to activities and meeting within and outside of Abuja.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records relating to individual vehicle use.
• Ensure all aspects of vehicle policy are being followed and enforced during your assignments.
• Inspect vehicle prior to travel to assure all fluids, tires, wipers, belts etc are in good working order.
• Signal any sign of need for maintenance or other problem with the vehicle to the transport and logistic associate.
• Keep vehicle health log updated.
• Ensure the security of the vehicle when outside of the office.
• Ensure the safety of all passengers.
• Submit all expense reports in a timely manner to accounting, properly completed.
• Ensure that appropriate staff members are aware of and understand laws, contract/award and donor requirements, and MSH policies and procedures
• Monitor and ensure compliance.
• The responsibilities and duties are indicative only. The responsibilities and duties are subject to change to meet the needs of the project, the organization and the donor.

Requirements
Minimum Education:

• High School Degree.
• University Degree preferred.

Minimum Experience:

• 5 years of related work experience with International organizations in Nigeria.
• Sound judgment, non-aggressive driving style and good communication skills.
• Experience working in the local terrain will be an added advantage
• Valid Driving License is required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Good knowledge of standard driving practices
• Good driving record.
• Ability to travel to other states if required

Competencies:

• Mental programs for interpreting and responding to events automatically; and motivations which activate and direct safe behavior and anticipate problems
• Ability to organize and complete manual and routine tasks as assigned
• Ability to perform at an acceptable level of control skill.
• Excellent cross-cultural communication and active listening skills.
• Fluency in English and dominant language of Nigeria.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.