Job Position for Driver at Save the Children International
Job Title: Driver
Organization: Save the Children International
Location: Yobe, Nigeria
Job ID: 17588
Department: Supply Chain | Reports To: Fleet Officer
Grade: 6 | Contract Duration: 12 Months (Full-Time)
Application Deadline: 18th September 2026 at 2:00 AM
About the Role
Save the Children International is seeking a reliable and professional Driver to safely and efficiently transport staff, visitors, goods, and documents in line with organizational policies. The incumbent will support daily field operations and assist emergency response teams during humanitarian crises.
Key Responsibilities
Transportation & Logistics: Transport personnel, visitors, goods, and official documents safely to designated destinations.
Vehicle Maintenance: Keep assigned vehicles clean, secure, and mechanically sound. Perform daily pre-trip checks (oil, water, fan belts, brake fluid, etc.) and report defects or damage immediately.
Fleet Documentation: Maintain up-to-date mileage and vehicle log sheets, submit monthly reports, and track vehicle insurance and road licence renewals.
Safety & Security: Ensure all safety equipment (spare tyres, jack, first aid kit, fire extinguisher) is present and functional. Strictly adhere to traffic laws, security protocols, and organizational policies.
Operational Support: Assist staff and visitors with troubleshooting during travel and maintain a professional demeanor representing Save the Children’s humanitarian mission.
Requirements & Qualifications
Education: Minimum of a Diploma or equivalent qualification.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant driving experience (NGO sector experience strongly preferred).
Licensing: Valid Class B, C, and D driving licences held for at least 3 years.
Languages: Professional fluency (reading, writing, and speaking) in both English and Hausa.
Local Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of routes, duty stations, and project areas in Yobe and surrounding regions.
Technical Skills: Basic IT proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, and internet navigation).
Attributes: High flexibility, readiness to travel to field locations, and ability to work under challenging conditions.
Safeguarding & Compliance
This role involves regular contact with children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to rigorous background checks and safeguarding screening, and must fully comply with Save the Children’s Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document, clearly stating current remuneration and salary expectations, via the official Save the Children Recruitment Portal before the deadline.
