The Project Driver will work closely with the Logistics Assistant and State Admin Officer at the Country Office and State office, respectively, to ensure that vehicles are properly used and follow JHPIEGO’s Fleet Policy.
He will also follow up and ensure that routine preventative maintenance schedules for the vehicles are strictly adhered to in a manner that will assure reliable transportation of JHPIEGO staff, assets, and other goods.
Responsibilities
Vehicle Fleet Management:
Coordinate with the Country Office Logistics Assistant and State Office Admin, make recommendations, and implement measures to safeguard JHPIEGO’s vehicles and vehicle equipment, enhancing efficiency and reducing the possibility of theft or damage.
Ensure that vehicle requests are well attended to.
Receives all requests for transportation for trips.
Coordinate with Logistics Assistant/State Admin and ensure that all journeys and trips (no matter how short) are recorded using the Vehicle Log Book provided in each vehicle.
Coordinate with Logistics Assistance and State Admin Officer to ensure Maintenance of a folder of Vehicle Log Books for audit purposes.
Responsible for ensuring that JHPIEGO vehicles are clean at all times
Responsible for using all vehicle management tools, log sheet, and vehicle checklist to monitor the usage, behavior, and maintenance of the vehicle.
Be familiar with, and ensure adherence to, the policies and guidelines in the Vehicle Usage and Maintenance Manuals
Ensure that all travel planning procedures are followed by staff traveling in JHPIEGO vehicles and that all the relevant forms are completed
Maintain a file for all internal vehicle request forms
Be involved in the proper diagnosis of vehicle faults and recommend repairs.
Responsible for ensuring that procurement procedures /documentation are completed before vehicles are released for repairs by workshops
Constantly monitor and provide feedback on the quality of service of outside garages used by JHPIEGO
Others:
Drive JHPIEGO vehicles when requested
Required Qualifications
Relevant Diploma, SSCE, or other relevant educational background combined with relevant professional experience.
Minimum 3 years of experience working in a similar position in an INGO sector Knowledge, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines, and intense pressure to perform.
Defensive Driving experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Good negotiation skills
Proficiency in the use of computers and vehicle software
Ability to travel at least 25% of work time.
Location: Bauchi Sokoto Ekiti and Gombe
