Solidarites International (SI) is an international humanitarian NGO which, for more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their vital needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly involved in the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the first cause of death in the world, SI’s interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in around twenty countries, SI’s teams – 2000 people in total made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at headquarters, and a few volunteers – work with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultures.
Solidarités International (SI)is determined to prevent and fight all type of abuse – all act of exploitation, abuse and/or sexual harassment (SEAH) against members of beneficiary communities or collaborators, fraud, corruption, violation of persons and/or property, funding of activities harmful to human rights – that could be perpetrated in the frame of its interventions. SI implements a zero-tolerance policy regarding acts of SEAH.
Job Title: Driver
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description
- The driver uses Solidarités International vehicles for transporting goods and people, according to Solidarités International procedures.
- He/she makes all journeys in accordance with established schedules.
Responsibilities
Care / vehicle maintenance / monitoring:
- Maintain the vehicle and his/her equipment and ensure the safety of all passengers
- Take part in the basic upkeep of the vehicle, carry out up-to-date care and maintenance of the vehicle according to established procedures and immediately inform his/her line manager of any problems
- Keep the vehicle clean
- Fill in the log-book and monitoring documents
- Supervise the loading and unloading of the vehicle as well as the organization and safety of packages in his/her vehicle.
Security:
- Respect the traffic rules, speed limits and braking distances and adjust his/her speed according to road conditions
- He/she must wear a seat belt, safety helmet or lifejacket at all times and make sure that all passengers follow this rule
- Ensure that visibility equipment is available onboard the vehicle
- Follow the established procedure in the case of an accident
- Before each journey, check that all vehicle documentation, a break-down kit, and other safety equipment is onboard the vehicle and that the communications equipment is in good working order
- Keep base informed by radio of his/her movements and listen to HF and VHF radio
- Stay close to the vehicle and be available at all times
- Ensure that passengers and vehicle return before nightfall
- Ensure that there is enough fuel for each trip
- Do not carry passengers who do not belong to the organization unless a disclaimer has been signed, in agreement with the line manager
- Do not carry passengers carrying arms or wearing military uniform
- Park the vehicle in a suitable place, ‘ready to leave’
Requirements
- 2 years’ Works experience as a driver and preferably with SI or other INGO/NGO
- Possess a valid Driving License
- Good knowledge of road safety/signs and defensive driving
- Currently resides in Abuja and has good knowledge of road networks within the city
- Conversant with INGOs and NGOs offices in Abuja
- Fluent in spoken and written English, working knowledge of other local languages is a plus.
- Ability to read & write, basic mechanical troubleshooting ability is an added advantage
- A good listener, a good communicator, ability to prioritize and work with little supervision, team player, excellent interpersonal skills.
Note: Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply
What we offer
- Salary + transport & housing allowance + social benefits (medical coverage.
- 24 days of Annual leaves per year, compassionate leaves, public holidays as announced by government, festive bonus, Life insurance – covering death.
- Health Insurance full coverage and permanent disability) etc.
Application Closing Date
5th October, 2025 at 11:59pm.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested and qualified candidates should go click link below to Apply.
Note:
- Select Driver, fill the form and attach your CV and motivation letter.
- The CV attached must be names with your first name and surname.
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