Job Title: Driver
Location: Northern Nigeria
Department: The Education Programme targeted States, with periodic visits to Abuja
Responsible to: State Administrator, Programme Security/Transport manager and Procurement and Estates Manager
Grade: A
Organisation: Cambridge Education Limited (A trading name of Mott MacDonald Limited)
Purpose: To provide driving support to in Abuja / Jigawa / Katsina / Zamfara, while adhering to standard driving regulations and the Nigerian Highway Code
Job Profile:
• To support a portfolio of education programmes
• All programmes are designed to provide strategic technical assistance at Federal level and in the states in the areas of education reforms and teachers' skills improvement. aimed ultimately at improving student learning.
• Drivers will be expected to provide driving support to the state teams as well as other short term and long term technical specialists thereby aiding in the delivery of both Programmes goals and objectives.
• The drivers and fleet of vehicles form a major part of the programmes' support teams, and professional drivers are integral to the successful delivery of the logistics plan of each programme.
Accountabilities:
• Provide a courteous and efficient service to all internal /external customers , and is a valuable first point of contact for external customers visiting the state / country;
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report maintenance needs promptly;
• Drive carefully and safely at all times in line with international driving standards, and checks to ensure that passengers, other road users and the vehicle in his care are safe;
• Ensure that all vehicle reports are duly approved and prepared on a monthly basis; records of mileage, fuel and maintenance costs made available to supervisor on or before scheduled dates;
• Maintain a professional appearance by ensuring good personal hygiene, and wears a clean and ironed uniform at all times;
• Ensure that adequate knowledge of the destination and route is gathered before departure;
• Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and roadworthy state at all times;
• Ensure that approval for repairs is always obtained before taking the vehicle to the garage;
• Ensure adherence to transport policy on vehicle usage;
• Establishes good and considerate working relationships with all staff in the organisation, demonstrating respect for their own roles and responsibilities;
• Be available outside standard hours in case of emergency and during missions;
• Undertake missions work in provinces other than normal location with overnight allowance if necessary;
• Approval of overtime should always be given before they are taken;
• Ensure compliance with local administrative procedures required in the event of an accident;
• Be responsible for in-vehicle equipment;
Note: This job description reflects the present requirements of the post. As duties and responsibilities change and develop the job description will be reviewed and be subject to amendment in consultation with the post holder and line manager.
Extent of authority: Reports to the Security/Transport manager and Procurement and Estates Manager.
Special relationships and contacts: Establish and maintain good working relationships with all programmes staff.
Essential competencies / skills:
• Valid category B driving license since at least 5 years;
• To be over 18;
• Demonstrable defensive driving skills (in town and on dirt roads);
• Good communication skills;
• Basic routine maintenance and vehicle handling skills;
• Excellent knowledge of the city and major motorways in Nigeria and (state) in particular;
• Willingness to be flexible and prepared to contribute to the company in other duties as required.
Required academic / professional qualifications, training and experience:
• Minimum of OND;
• Certified professional driving training (preferred) ;
• Fluent English & local language;
• Previous experience of working within a multi-national team or project environment is highly desirable;
• Excellent knowledge of the city and major motorways in Nigeria;
• Not less than 5 years experience in professional driving.
The Northern States positions are expected to be in northern Nigeria with teams based in some or all of these states: Sokoto, Bauchi, Zamfara, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Jigawa, Kebbi, Niger and/or Yobe.
How to Apply:
Applications for these positions should be made using a CV of no more than 3 sides of A4 (in a standard CV format) including at least two references, as well as a cover letter (max 1 side A4) stating the position of interest and your suitability for the role.
The closing date is 5pm Friday 12 April 2013.
Short listing will be completed by Thursday 18 April 2013. Successful candidates will be notified by 22 April and 13 May 2013 (depending on post applied for), and may be invited to attend interviews and practical assessments. If you have not received a response to your application by Friday 14 May 2013, please assume your application was unsuccessful this time, as unfortunately we do not have the capacity to individually notify unsuccessful candidates. Cambridge Education retains the right to appoint any or no candidates.
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