Drivers at the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria

The Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis (TB) and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services.

To further uphold our commitment to providing excellent services in the sector, we are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Driver

Locations: Abuja & Kano
Employment Type: Full-time
Scheduled Work Time: Monday - Friday (Flexibility, willing to travel and work weekends)
Reports To: Head Driver
Operational Contacts: HIV Lead, Program Management Team, Project Director
Slot: 7 Openings

Position Overview

• Under the supervision of the Head Driver, the driver will transport clients and/or packages to and from destinations.
• Arrive at destinations on schedule.
• Fulfill administrative needs, like office pickups.
• Research and plan for traffic, construction, and weather delays.
• Use navigation applications to determine the best route.
• Interact with clients professionally at all times.
• Ensure that the vehicle is always fueled and ready for use.
• Arrange for vehicle repairs as needed.
• Keep mileage records and repair records up-to-date.
• Any other tasks that may be assigned by the head driver.

Responsibilities

• Arrive at destinations on schedule
• Interact with clients professionally at all times
• Ensure that the vehicle is always fueled and ready for use
• Arrange for vehicle repairs as needed
• Keep mileage records and repair records up-to-date
• Fulfill administrative needs, like office pickups
• Research and plan for traffic, construction and weather delays
• Use navigation applications to determine the best route
• Any other tasks that the head driver may assign.

Education and Experience

• Standard Driver’s License
• Trade Test.

Required competencies:
Core requirements:

• Exceptional knowledge of traffic laws and regulations
• Good customer service skills
• Time management skill
• Work alone effectively with little or no supervision
• Physical Strength.
• Familiarity with vehicle maintenance
• Expert in driving heavy and light vehicles
• Understanding of motor vehicle functionality
• Great professional driving skills
• Capable of working under high-pressure

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Application Letter and detailed Curriculum Vitae as one Microsoft Word document to "The Assistant Director, Human Resources" via: careers@ihvnigeria.org using the Job Title and Location as the subject of the email.

Note: IHVN is an equal employment employer. We do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable laws.

Application Deadline 14th December, 2023.