Job Title: Driver
Job ID:IITA/P&C/NRS2026-057
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Contract: 1-year renewable contract
Duties
- Provide safe and timely transportation for project staff, consultants, partners, and visitors in support of project activities.
- Transport project materials, equipment, and supplies to field locations and other designated destinations.
- Ensure assigned vehicles are clean, roadworthy, and maintained in accordance with IITA policies and manufacturer recommendations.
- Conduct daily vehicle inspections and promptly report mechanical faults, accidents, or maintenance requirements.
- Maintain accurate vehicle logbooks, fuel consumption records, maintenance records and trip documentation.
- Ensure timely servicing, repairs, insurance renewals, and licensing of assigned vehicles in collaboration with the appropriate administrative unit.
- Observe all traffic regulations and maintain safe driving practices at all times.
- Support logistical arrangements for trainings, workshops, field visits, stakeholder meetings, and other project activities.
- Ensure the security and proper handling of passengers, project documents, and equipment during transportation.
- Assist with loading and unloading project materials where necessary.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in the course of duty.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.
Requirements
- Minimum of a Secondary School Certificate; additional training in vehicle maintenance is an advantage.
- A valid driver’s licence appropriate to the vehicle class and a clean driving record are required.
- A minimum of 3 years of professional driving experience, preferably with an NGO, government agency, or corporate organization, is also required.
Competencies:
The ideal candidate must have:
- Excellent driving skills and commitment to road safety.
- Good knowledge of vehicle maintenance and care.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and reliability.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
- Willingness to travel frequently within the assigned state.
- Good knowledge of roads and routes within the state/district, including rural areas.
- Basic vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
- Good communication skills and a courteous, professional manner.
- Physically fit and able to travel frequently, including to remote locations.
Benefits
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Application Closing Date
21st September, 2026.
How to Apply
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