Job Title: Project Driver, PPDC.
Location: Abuja.

Employment Type: Interim (3 months)
Reporting to: Operations Manager, PPDC.

Background

The Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC) is an organization established in 2003, with its headquarters located in Abuja, and focuses its interventions on promoting citizens’ participation in governance processes and strengthening transparency and accountability, while also improving ethics and integrity in the public and private sectors. PPDC is one of the leading organizations in civil society space in Nigeria dedicated to promoting wider public participation in procurement as a way to curb corruption, with more than 20 years’ experience in advocating and campaigning on integrity issues, especially in public procurement, contract implementation and public access to information. PPDC’s work focuses on:

• Procurement Governance (PG)
• Digital Governance (DG) 

PPDC also promotes open initiatives and open data standards, transparency and accountability, responsible climate transition and gender and inclusion.

Job Summary

The Project Driver is responsible for providing reliable and secure transportation services for authorized personnel, delivering and collecting program-related items, and supporting various organizational activities. S/he will work under the supervision of the Operations Manager and ensure smooth, seamless, and safe movement and ensure that the car is in excellent condition and performs optimally at all times.

This role ensures the safe and efficient execution of project tasks through proper vehicle maintenance, adherence to travel policies, and effective communication.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Logistics/transportation  (70%):

• Will provide a variety of transportation support to the project.
• S/he will convey staff, consultants and stakeholders to designated approved locations, ensure adequate safety, security and maintenance of the project vehicle assigned.
• Plan route and requirements by studying schedule or ad-hoc requests by the supervisor.
• Ensure all passengers observe general traffic rules & road safety regulations and request passengers to use their seat belts inside the vehicle at all times 
• Provide physical labor services for office relocations, staff moves, and support for meetings and conferences.
• Maintain cordial and respectful interactions with all staff, stakeholders, and visitors.
• Use high emotional intelligence to tactfully and effectively deal with staff, consultants and visitors.
• Follow steps required by rules, regulations, and best practices in case of an accident.
• Exercise good judgment in the context of assignments given and ensure steady compliance with PPDC organizational policies.
• Offer additional project-related support and assistance as assigned by the supervisor.

Maintenance, documentation and  reporting  (30%):

• Ensure availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory,first aid kit and necessary spare parts.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle usage, fuel consumption, maintenance, and other relevant details.
• Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through washing, timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc.
• Report all major and minor damages and accidents on assigned vehicles to the supervisor in line with PPDC vehicle policies.

Qualifications and Experience Essential:

• Secondary School Leaving Certificates, apprentice certificate or any other equivalent certificates 
• A certificate in Defensive driving from an established driving school/firm is an added advantage;
• Must have expert knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
• Valid Driver’s license- Class B or D
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of driving in the Federal capital territory and its environs for at least 3 years
• A minimum of 5-6 years’ experience is required for this position

Required Skill:

• Must have strong interpersonal skills – Punctuality, Reliability,  Respect and trustworthiness
• Excellent Communications Skills – Fluency in oral and written English is required for proper documentation of movement records;
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software -Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and basic mechanical skills.
• Strong understanding of traffic laws and regulations.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Proven experience as a driver, preferably within an NGO or similar organization.
• The ability to travel, even on short notice;
• Streetwise and security conscious;
• Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, 

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English and Other Nigerian local Languages.

Travel: 

30%

What we offer

• Fairly competitive salary and benefits package, a great team environment and hybrid working options.

Other information:

• Only Nigerian based candidates will be considered.
• This position has been designated as sensitive and will require a criminal background check. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the criminal background check.

Mode of Application: Kindly Click  here to apply.

Note: Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 12th September, 2024.