Driver – Albarka Health Spring Foundation (AHSF), Sokoto

Sokoto

Job Summary: Driver – Albarka Health Spring Foundation (AHSF)

1. Organization Overview (AHSF)

Founded: 2012 (incorporated 2016) Type: Non-profit organization Mission: To improve the quality of lives of children, women, the elderly, and other marginalized vulnerable groups through human development and community-strengthening interventions. Key Values (TAPIT): Transparency, Accountability, Partnership, Integrity, Teamwork.

2. Job Details

Detail Specification
Job Title Driver
Location Sokoto
Reporting To Procurement and Logistics Officer
Contract Duration 3 Months (subject to renewal)
Project Funding AHSF
Start Date 5th January 2025
Application Closing Date 15th December 2025 (12:00 Noon)

3. Job Summary and Core Responsibilities

The Driver’s role is to support the program by providing safe and reliable transportation for AHSF staff, visitors, equipment, and materials. The role also involves critical documentation and vehicle maintenance duties.

Key Responsibility Areas

  1. Documentation & Reporting
    • Maintain the vehicle log and fuel consumption documentation.
    • Keep the Vehicle Documents Folder up-to-date.
    • Support the Fleet Assistant with the Vehicle Usage report (mileage, trip use, fuel).
    • Maintain a valid driver’s license and valid permits at all times.
  2. Vehicle Control & Safety
    • Ensure all vehicle journeys are authorized and recorded in the logbook (start and completion).
    • Adhere to AHSF’s approved speed limits.
    • Ensure the driver and all passengers wear safety belts.
    • Immediately report all accidents to the line manager and police, and fill out the Accident report.
    • Ensure keys and documents are kept secure when the vehicle is not in use.
  3. Maintenance & Checks
    • Perform daily vehicle checks (morning and after use).
    • Verify the presence and functioning order of all items on the Vehicle Check List and the Inventory.
    • Report all vehicle defects and damages to the line manager and supervise necessary maintenance/repairs.
    • Ensure the vehicle is clean (inside and outside) and tidy at all times.
    • Schedule timely and regular preventive service of generators (Logistics duty).
  4. Logistics Support
    • Ensure proper fuel storage and management at base.
    • Submit monthly logistics and fuel consumption reports.
    • Support the P/L Officer in identifying and contracting premises (office, guesthouses, warehouses).
    • Contribute to providing appropriate working/living conditions (power supply, water, stationery).

4. Requirements and Qualifications

Category Requirement
Education Qualified Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE).
Experience 2 years working experience as a driver with reputable organizations (INGOs, NGOs, Corporate, Government).
Skills Excellent verbal communication and listening skills.
Languages Able to communicate in English, Hausa, and other Nigerian languages.
Licenses Possession of a valid driving license (Mandatory).
Desirable Experience as a mechanic or auto-electrician is highly desirable.
IT Skills Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint at a basic level).
Other Experience working in a relatively insecure location.

5. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Go to Driver – Albarka Health Spring Foundation (AHSF), Sokoto to apply

Sokoto indigenes are strongly encouraged to apply.