Driver  Yobe

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW Save the Children Nigeria is actively recruiting for a Driver position in  Yobe. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Driving sector looking to advance their careers in Nigeria's dynamic job market.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile: • Experience Level: 3 - 5 years • Educational Background: Others or equivalent • Industry Focus: Driving • Location Preference: in  Yobe

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS IN NIGERIA The Driver position is an important role within Nigeria's Driving sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS This role in Driving offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations in Nigeria.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE When applying for this Driver position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 3 - 5 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Others • Specific achievements in the Driving field • Any certifications or specialized training • Proficiency in relevant software and tools

🌍 NIGERIA JOB MARKET CONTEXT The Driving sector in Nigeria continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. With Nigeria's growing economy and increasing foreign investment, this position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Save the  Children is the leading independent organization for  children in need, with programs in over 120 countries. We save children’s lives. We fight for their rights. We help them fulfil their potential. Save the Children is working in Nigeria because one in five children in Nigeria dies before their fifth birthday. About 40% of children miss out on school and have to work to survive while nearly 2 million children have lost one or both parents to an AIDS-related disease. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Driver

Job ID: 17588

Location: Yobe

Reports to: Fleet Officer

Staff reporting to this post: None Role Purpose

The Job Holder will drive Save the Children vehicles collect and deliver people, goods and documents on Save the Children business safely and efficiently to their destinations in line with Save the Children Policy and procedures. The Driver may be called upon as and when necessary to support the emergency team in cases of humanitarian crisis.

Scope of Role

Drive Save the Children vehicles to collect and deliver people, documents and goods to their destinations safely and on time, in line with Save the Children policy and guidelines.  Maintain the vehicle(s) in a clean and sound mechanical condition and always ensure its safety in line with Save the Children Policy and guidelines. Ensure that the vehicle is mechanically attended to and is properly checked for oil, water, fan belt tension, brake fluid, levels etc before leaving for trip, including recommendations (to management) vehicle service in line with Save the Children policy and guidelines. Maintain an up-to-date mileage log sheet and submit to the supervisor monthly in line with Save the Children policy. In addition, submit monthly vehicle log sheets and vehicle pro-fleet reports in excel on monthly basis.

Role Dimensions:  

To ensure all information collected from the field sites as part of case management responses for children harmed or at risk of being harmed are safely and accurately filed and stored.

Key Areas of Accountabilties

Ensure that the road license and vehicle insurance are valid and renewed on time in line with national traffic regulations and Save the Children policy. Ensure that the vehicle’s tools/accessories including spare wheel, Jack, wheel spanner, first aid kit, Fire extinguisher etc are always kept in the vehicle and in good order in accordance to Save the Children policy. Report any damage to the vehicle or defects arising at the earliest possible time to the supervisor (Fleet Assistant) as required by policy in line with the traffic regulations and Save the Children policy. Cooperate and be of assistance to staff and visitors – assist in troubleshooting potential problems during daily business. Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Save the Children and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission in country of operation. Follow travel instructions and observe all traffic regulations/ laws in place, where needs arise advise on the possible breach of traffic regulations/ laws in line with Save the Children policy and guidelines. Ability to adhere to the Save the Children Child Protection Code of Conduct, Security Guidelines, Chronic Illness Policy and ethical Principles

Qualifications and Experience

At least possess minimum qualification of Diploma or equivalent  At least three years relevant experience preferably in an International NGO. Possess valid driving license. Classes B, C and D license held for at least three years. Ability to read and write in English. Good interpersonal/communication skills. Ready to travel to the field from time to time. Knowledge of routes, duty stations, project areas, in the NGO and diplomatic community is required. Willingness and capacity to be flexible and accommodating when faced with difficult and frustrating working conditions Commitment to Save the Children’s Child Protection Policy.

 Skills:

Understanding of the dynamics of the refugees is essential. Highly flexible and ability to work in a team. Communication & Interpersonal Skill Level – Excellent Language Requirements – English and Hausa – Excellent Level of IT literacy Required – (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email system, Internet browsing) excellent.

Additional  job responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

18th September, 2026: 02:00 AM. How to Apply

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