Job Description

Driver At Helen Keller International

Established in 1915, Helen Keller International (HKI) works to save the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged persons. We combat the cause and consequences of blindness and malnutrition by establishing programs based on evidence and research in vision, health and nutrition. Headquartered in New York City, HKI currently conducts programs in 22 countries in Africa (including Nigeria), Asia as well as in the United States.

HKI currently conducts programs in more than 20 Asian and African countries, including Nigeria where we implement programs in Akwa Ibom, Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Cross River, Kano, Katsina and Lagos States.. HKI seeks to employ suitable persons for the following positions under the neglected tropical diseases control and elimination programs domicile in 3 states:

Driver

Reports To:      Finance and Admin Officer/Finance and Admin Associate

Slots:               Adamwa (1) and Borno (1)

Overview:

Under the guidance and supervision of the Finance and Admin Officer/Associate, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services ensuring high accuracy of work.

The Driver demonstrates a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures provision of reliable and secure driving services by:
•  Drive project staff to activities and meeting within and outside of Adamawa/Borno states.
•  Maintain accurate and up to date records relating to 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 Finance and Admin Officer/Associate.
•  Keep vehicle Logbook updated and accurate.
•  Assure the security of the vehicle when outside of the office.
•  Assure the safety of all passengers.
•  Ensures proper day-to- day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, checking of tires, brakes, car washing, etc.
•  Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, necessary spare parts
•  Ensures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of in accidents.
•  All necessary reports are completed in connection with any accident and the driver must report this situation to the supervisor immediately.

Requirements

Qualification:

• Secondary Education; valid Driver’s license

Experience:

•  3-5 years’ work experience as a driver; preferably in a development organization, safe driving record, knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair.
•  Experience as a qualified mechanics desired but not required

Language Requirement:

Fluency in any of the local languages is necessary.

Method of Application

Interested persons should send comprehensive resume with a cover letter as ONE MS Word document to nigeria.recruitment@hki.org using the position title and location as the subject of the email. You will receive an auto response confirming your application. Note that applications will not be accepted after 5pm on Wednesday September 18th 2019.

Note: There are no relocation allowances available for these positions.