Driver / Logistician at Plan international

Plan international is an independent child-centered international development organization committed to advancing the rights of children and fight against poverty. Plan International has no religious, political and government affiliation. For over 78 years. we have supported girls and boys and their communities around the world to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights, free themselves from poverty and live positive fulfilling lives. Plan currently works in 70 countries including Nigeria.

We are looking for people who are experienced, dedicated, have passion and want to make a difference in the lives of others to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Driver/Logistician

Location: Abuja
Department: Administration
Reports to: Country Admin and Logistics Advisor
Duration: 2 Years

Purpose

• The position creates a positive first and last impression for the practice and is pivotal to the organization running smoothly and efficiently as possible.

Duties and Responsibilities
Driving:

• Drive staff or any other person or material/equipment as directed by the Advisor
• Report all signs of improper functioning and damage of vehicle assigned to the Advisor
• Adhere to the maintenance schedule of the vehicle
• Ensure that fuel and maintenance costs are duly recorded in the vehicle maintenance logbook
• Ensure that all vehicle movements are recorded in the corresponding logbook (destination, distance, purpose)
• Ensure that the cars always cleaned
• Inform the Advisor at least 3 months before the expiry date of the administrative documents of the cars insurance/ road worthiness certificate etc)
• Dispatch the local mail to addressee
• Make bank deposit of cash or cheque on promptly basis

Logistics and General Administration

• Assist in sourcing for quotations towards the procurement of goods and materials for program delivery as per corporate procedures to ensure value for money is obtainable.
• Dispatch of goods and materials to various projects offices to facilitate program delivery without any reports of loss or destruction of items
• Maintain a tracker of all staff and visiting staff movements and pick up and drop off
• Keep and maintain a daily procurement tracker of all procurement at hand and their stages
• Facilitate the procurement of visa and other travel documents to facilitate travel  by staff without any incidents
• Facilitate the renewal of resident and work permit for expatriate staff to enable them settle properly and perform their duties effectively.
• Arrange for the repair and maintenance of office vehicles and machinery to ensure that staff work effectively without any disruptions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum OND in Commerce, Engineering, Logistic or related field
• Demonstrate wide knowledge of the road network in FCT and all states of the federation
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience of procurement processes
• Confirmed and demonstrated successful experience in a similar role
• Good knowledge of grammar, composition, spelling and punctuation
• Excellent interpersonal relationship with both internal and external clients
• Proficiency with PC's and computer programs including Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to speak more than one language, English, Hausa and others

Skills & Knowledge:

• Good planning and organizational abilities
• Good supervisory and listening abilities
• Communicates clearly and effectively
• Ability to multi-task
• Good analytical abilities
• Good time management skills.

Physical Environment and Demands:

• The incumbent will work in a normal work environment and Will move outside the office. Also be willing to work late and on non-working days.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their full CV's and a comprehensive cover letter setting out your reasons for applying for the post and outlining the qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills that you feel you can bring to the role to email

Note

• Indicate the Job title and location as subject of the mail, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Plan International Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender or disabilities.
• Plan International Nigeria Is fully committed to child protection to prevent children from all forms of abuse.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their full CV's and a comprehensive cover letter setting out your reasons for applying for the post and outlining the qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills that you feel you can bring to the role to: Nigeria.Recruitment@Plan-international.org

Note

• Indicate the Job title and location as subject of the mail, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Plan International Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender or disabilities.
• Plan International Nigeria Is fully committed to child protection to prevent children from all forms of abuse.