Become a Driver at The Big Smile Foundation

We are a humanitarian actor within Nigeria we are dedicated to women and girls’ development to be self-reliant. Our staff, volunteers, and programs are changing the world for women and girls. We are ending violence and fighting poverty so that women and girls everywhere, can create the future they want. Learn about TBSF’s vision, mission, approach.

Job title: Driver

Location: Borno

Job type: Contract

Location: MMC & JERE

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibility

Functions / Day to day activities:

• Cleans vehicle and perform routine checks to ensure it has proper working tools on a daily basis.
• Refuels vehicle using an approved fuel voucher and records this on the vehicle log sheet timeously.
• Parks vehicle safely at designated place at the end of each working day not later than 6 pm.
• Ensures that after hours travels have prior formal approval by the admin department.
• Ensure vehicle movement logbook is filled timely and regularly.
• To report immediately to the Logistics Officer, all accidents or issues involving Plan International vehicles.
• Compliance to the motor vehicle and travel policy provisions of TBSF.
• Analyses/ review and monitor monthly fuel consumption report for the entire office vehicle.

Staff and material transportation:

• Transports staff and designated people to all areas as instructed and with approved vehicle request forms.
• Ferries goods to required points as may be directed from time to time.
• Ensure vehicles have necessary materials such as umbrellas, first aid box, map, fire extinguishers etc.
• Ensure that not all TBSF assets are left unattended in the vehicle whilst parked.
• Files in accurately vehicle logbooks and submits to the Logistics Officer.
• And other responsibilities assign by the supervisor

Requirements:

• Advanced or Ordinary level certificate
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in vehicle maintenance and driving.
• Good communication, interpersonal and computer skills
• Class B drivers license.
• Work experience in an NGO setup will be an added advantage
• Any relevant certification in driving/clerical services will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrate wide knowledge of the road network.
• Confirmed and demonstrated successful experience in a similar role
• Be a resident of northeast Nigeria (preferably from the local community)
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be able to communicate effectively in local languages (e.g., Hausa, Kanuri)
• Have a strong understanding of local customs and traditions
• Be willing to work in a challenging and dynamic environment

Desirable skills:

• A demonstrated ability to multi-task and process information into action in a timely manner
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English and either Kanuri or Hausa.
• Interpersonal Abilities: Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building effective relationships and maintaining effective communication with diverse community groups and stakeholders.
• Presentation Skills: Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to engage and captivate an audience.
• Organizational Competence: Outstanding organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines effectively.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing organization.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Application closing date: February 16, 2026

How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their resume and cover letter to: wegetwork4you@thebigsmile.org using the position as subject of email.