The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 50 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
Background
The International Rescue Committee, one of the world’s largest humanitarian agencies, provides relief, rehabilitation and post-conflict reconstruction support to victims of natural disaster, oppression and violent conflict in 42 countries. The IRC is committed to bold leadership, innovation and creative partnerships. Active in public health, education, livelihoods, women’s empowerment, youth development, and protection and promotion of rights, IRC assists people from harm to home. IRC entered Nigeria in October 2012 in response to a widespread flood disaster. IRC’s Emergency Response Team, with local partner CISCOPE (Civil Society Coalition for Poverty Eradication), implemented a project to support livelihoods and improve WASH in Kogi State from February to May 2013. This was followed by a 3-month nutrition and food security program in the same location from October 2013 to January 2014. The IRC is now in the process of establishing long term presence in Nigeria. Offices were established in Borno, Adamawa and Yobe (BAY) States, North East Nigeria and are providing critical humanitarian assistance to conflict affected people. IRC has plans in place to extend response to the North west Nigeria humanitarian crisis with activities planned for Zamfara state.
Project Overview
The BHA (Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance) project, “Integrated Emergency Response to the Displaced Population in Zamfara, Sokoto, And Katsina States, Northwest Nigeria’ depending on fund availability will be carried out by a consortium led by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in collaboration with the Alliance for International Medical Action (Alima), Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI), and Life Helpers Initiative (LHI), aims to leverage each partner’s expertise to provide immediate humanitarian assistance to internally displaced people populations through area-based approach. The Consortium partners will provide an integrated multisectoral intervention in Health, Nutrition, WASH, Protection, and Multi-purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) activities in Zamfara, Katsina, and Sokoto states in collaboration with state governments, UN organizations and other key actors in Northwest Nigeria. The project will be implemented by a dedicated support, quality assurance, and coordination team, who will work closely with all partners through a management unit of well-structured consortium governance for the activity.
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include,
- The safe transportation of IRC personnel
- The safe transportation of IRC materials
- The care and maintenance of IRC vehicles and their accessories
Key Competencies
- No road safety-related fines or convictions Thorough knowledge of road rules and regulations
- Skills in routine vehicle maintenance and minor repair
- Knowledge (or ability to quickly learn) of HF, VHF, and satellite communications equipment.
- Team spirit and problem-solving abilities.
- Able to carry out limited, un-supervised tasks.
- Drivers must display an attitude and behavior that reflects well on both themselves and the IRC.
Expected Deliverables
- Strict adherence to the IRC’s vehicle policies and procedures, including the use of seatbelts by all passengers.
- Daily and pre-long distance vehicle checks. Accurate upkeep of the vehicle’s log sheet.
- Maintaining the vehicle clean, fueled and mechanically sound.
- Inspecting and maintaining all vehicle accessories.
- Advising the Transport manager of pending inspections, insurance renewal or any defects or problems.
Key Working Relationships
Position Reports to: Logistics Assistant
Position directly supervises: None.
Indirect Reporting: Supply Chain Officer.
Internal
Other Internal and/or external contacts:
Country Program: Katsina Operations team and Program teams.
External
Minimum Qualifications:
Education
- Secondary School leaving Certificate
Work Experience
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in as a professional driver preferrable in an INGO setting.
Demonstrated Skills And Competencies
- Attention to detail.
- Excellent driving skills.
- Computer skills (Microsoft word, Excel etc.)
Language Skills
- Speak and write English language clearly (Hausa is an added advantage)
Certificates Or Licenses
- Valid National drivers’ license
Work Environment
The position will be based in Katsina, Nigeria. The situation in northwest Nigeria continues to be volatile and the security phase is orange or red depending on location. This is a national position.
