Danish Refugee Council • Abuja, Nigeria • via UNjoblink

Reporting to: Supply Chain Team Leader

Employment Period: One year with the possibility of extension

Type of Contract (Expat/National/Trainee): National

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a Danish international non-governmental organization, which promotes and supports durable solutions to the problems faced by refugees and internally displaced people all over the world. DRC is present in more than 30 conflict territories around the world assisting displaced people with shelter, food, income-generating activities, and a wide range of other assistance. It is of utmost importance for DRC to work in compliance with the DRC Accountability and Quality Management system and national legislations. Smooth, reliable and effective operational systems are preconditions for DRC to maintain its position as a trustworthy and reliable partner for our donors and an accountable organization towards our beneficiaries.

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has had an operational presence in Nigeria since 2015 and has experience working in 33 Local Government Areas (LGAs) across the BAY states. DRC provides life-saving assistance and protection to vulnerable, conflict-affected populations including IDPs, returnees, and host communities in the sectors of armed violence reduction, livelihoods, nutrition and food security, protection, shelter and non-food items (NFI) and water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). The operational context in northeastern Nigeria remains challenging, as the ongoing conflict impedes conflict-affected communities’ access to what limited basic services are available, as well as DRC and other humanitarians’ access to persons of concern.

The position of Driver is a crucial position within the DRC Abuja office, with primary responsibilities of driving and handling DRC vehicles in a safe, proper, timely and cost-efficient manner within Abuja and support in field offices when needed.

Under the supervision of the SC Team leader, the holder of this position shall perform the following duties:

• Safely operate and maintain assigned vehicles in compliance with traffic laws and DRC driving regulations.
• Ensure the safety of passengers, goods, and vehicles at all times.
• Support with loading and offloading items, ensuring secure handling and safe transportation.
• Conduct daily/weekly vehicle checks and routine maintenance (oil, water, battery, brakes, tyres, etc.), including swift handling of flat tyres or punctures.
• Keep vehicles clean (interior and exterior) through daily washing and ensuring tidiness after each trip.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date vehicle logbooks, including mileage, fuel consumption, trips, and maintenance records.
• Prepare vehicles for journeys, ensuring general readiness, safe loading, and continuous communication with base during movements.
• Report promptly to the Fleet/Logistics Officer or Support Services Manager on accidents, incidents, faults, or repair needs.
• Ensure all equipment (first aid kit, spare tyre, recovery kit, communication tools) is present and functional.
• Adhere to DRC operational procedures, Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS), and the Code of Conduct.
• Ensure his/her choice of routes at all times and must not expose himself, his passengers, cargo and vehicle to situations which may result in damage and loss of life.

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