Job opportunity – Casual Drivers at International Rescue Committee (IRC) – 3 Openings

ByMuhuddin Samaila

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

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We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Casual Driver

Job Requisition ID: JR00001957
Location: Abuja
Job type: Full time
Department: Supply Chain / Logistics
Supervisor: Logistics Officer
Contract Type: Casual (Daily rate)
Initial Duration: 1 Year

Background & Purpose

  • IRC is establishing a roaster of casual drivers to support operations, ensuring safe, timely and compliant movement of staff, goods and documents within Abuja.
  • Casual drivers will be engaged on an as -needed basis, depending on mission demand and coverage gaps.

Objective of the Assignment

  • Ensure safe, efficient, and cautious transportation for staff, visitors and goods
  • Maintain fleet safety and compliance (checklist, logs, routine checks and cleanliness)
  • Support administrative/errand runs (general office errands, airport pickup and drop offs, fuel supplies etc.)
  • Uphold organizational security, safeguarding, and code of conduct standard always.

Key Responsibilities

  • Driving & Safety.
  • Operate assigned vehicle safely and defensively, adhere to speed limits, traffic laws and organizational SOPs.
  • Conduct pre-trip and post trip inspections (tires, brakes, lights, fluids, horn, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, tools, spare wheels, triangles).
  • Report mechanical issues immediately, coordinate with logistics officer for repairs and preventive maintenance

Documentation & Compliance:

  • Accurate maintenance of vehicle logbooks (Kilometer, fuel, destinations, passengers, cargo)
  • Ensure valid documents are in vehicles, registration, insurance, proof of road worthiness and copies of SOPs.
  • Keep daily movement plans.

Safety & Safeguarding:

  • Monitor route/security advisories, follow movement approvals, curfew and phone check-in protocols
  • Apply passenger safety rules (Seatbelts, load limits, child safeguarding considerations)
  • Maintain strict zero tolerance for alcohol and drugs while on duty within 12 hours prior duty.

Customer Service & Representation:

  • Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity with staff, partners and vendors.
  • Support airport/guest assistance (meet & greet, luggage, sign in/out procedures).

Asset Care:

  • Keep vehicles clean (Interior & exterior) ensure accessories (AC/Radio) function properly.
  • Safeguard vehicle keys, prevent unauthorized use and after hours driving.

Deliverables / Key performance indicators:

  • Zero preventable accidents and zero major traffic violations
  • 100% accurate, complete logbooks and on time submission
  • 100% on-time departures/arrivals per approved movement plan.
  • Vehicle readiness: daily checks completed, issues reported within 24 hours
  • Professional conduct: Positive feedback from passengers/line manager, no substantiated complaints.

Report & working Relationships:

  • Report directly to logistics officer (copy to senior supply chain manager as needed)
  • Coordinates closely with the head driver, security, and administration for movement planning.

Work Schedule & Payment:

  • Engagement: On call / as-needed basis, may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.
  • Daily rate (N9,514.00) payable for days worked upon verified timesheet/logbook
  • Location coverage: Abuja and occasionally Nasarawa state.

Required Qualification and Experience

  • Valid Nigerian driver’s license (appropriate category for light vehicles)
  • Minimum of 3 years verifiable driving experience with INGO, UN, corporate or government entities preferred
  • Driver must have clear eyesight.
  • Clean driving record: No major violation in the last 24 months
  • Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge (fluid, tire changes, jump starts)
  • Communication: Basic English
  • Computer/Device literacy (emails, WhatsApp/SMS, basic GPS/Maps) desirable.
  • Behavioral: Punctual, integrity, confidentiality. Teamwork and respectful conduct

Application Closing Date
25th February, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:

Go to Casual Driver at International Rescue Committee (IRC) – 3 Openings to apply

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Sama’ila Muhuddin is a dedicated Registered Nurse and humanitarian professional with over seven years of frontline experience. Since May 2018, he has served with prominent international non-governmental organizations, including Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Holland, Spain, France projects and ALIMA, responding to emergencies and providing critical care in some of the most challenging humanitarian settings.

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