Job Title: Driver
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Organisation: Propcom Mai-karfi (managed by GRM International Ltd)
Scope of work: – Under the direct supervision of the Operations Manager, the post holder will be responsible for providing reliable and safe driving services to project personnel. – He/she will also be responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the project team, including in the office and in every-day programme and project work as well as during events, such as workshops, meetings, conferences, seminars, and training activities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide reliable and secure driving services to Propcom Mai-karfi and personnel, as required;
• Ensure cost-savings through, amongst others, proper use and accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs;
• Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through minor repairs, timely change of oil, check of tyres, brakes, car washing, etc.;
• Report any mechanical fault in good time for repairs to be carried out and cross check to see that the repairs were well done;
• At all time, make sure that copies of vehicle insurance, other legally required documents first aid kit and necessary spare parts are available;
• Make sure that the vehicle always has a full tank before departure for field trips;
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and discreteness in discussions which involve Propcom Mai-karfi and its officials;
• Take proper measures to reduce potential security threats to Propcom Mai-karfi officials or property within the immediate vicinity of the vehicle and along transport routes;
• Ensure that all immediate actions required by law and by GRM (Propcom Mai-karfi) rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents or incidents;
• Read and understand the Security Standard Operating Procedures and comply with all security requirements, when driving and using the vehicle;
• Support the team by providing administrative and clerical support as requested, including in preparing, copying, collating, binding, filing, distributing documents, mail, and notifications, as instructed;
• Provide logistical and administrative support generally, including during events and meetings, as required;
Competencies:
• Professionalism: Basic mechanical knowledge leading to an ability to perform minor repairs of vehicle and also analyze any malfunctions and repairs performed on the vehicle accurately; sound knowledge of the Federal Capital City and its environs as well as good knowledge of some of the main cities in the Federal Republic of Nigeria; basic book-keeping knowledge and understanding, especially with regard to spread-sheets; ease of working in a multi-cultural, multi-dimensional, fast paced environment with competing demands. Demonstrates the values of the GRM, particularly integrity, efficiency, respect for gender and diversity, in daily activities and behaviours; shows pride in work and in assigned role; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; takes personal responsibility for his own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
• Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from the clients' point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks; meets timeframes for delivery of goods, transportation requests, or services to client.
• Teamwork: Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; works collaboratively with colleagues; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Planning& Organizing: Able to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor work while prioritizing competing demands; able to work on tight deadlines; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and projects as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Experience:
• Secondary Education and valid driving license.
• A minimum of five (5) years' work experience as driver.
• Sound knowledge of the Federal Republic's highway driving requirements an asset.
• Demonstrable skills in carrying out minor vehicle repairs are necessary.
• Evidence of attendance of defensive driving course is desirable.
• Knowledge of a northern Nigeria language (preferably Hausa).
• Good written and spoken English.
Other Skills: Prior experience working with a DFID funded programme or other international organisations with stringent accountability rules would be desirable.
Apply with your MS Word CV and application letter.
Deadline: 8 April 2013.
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