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Company Overview
Action Against Hunger is an international humanitarian organisation committed to ending world hunger. For almost 40 years across nearly 50 countries we have been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe.
We carry out innovative lifesaving programmes in Health Nutrition Water Sanitation and Hygiene Disaster risk reduction Mental Health and Care Practices Food security and Livelihoods and Social Protection.
Action Against Hunger began operations in Nigeria in 2010 in response to the high rate of chronic malnutrition in Northern Nigeria focusing on integrated programming.
In 2011 we expanded our work to begin implementing nutrition development projects in Jigawa and in Yobe. Following the crises in Northeast Nigeria we further expanded our operations to address the Nutrition Health Food security and livelihoods WASH and shelter needs of conflict-affected communities.
Action Against Hunger Nigeria programme is supported by FCDO ECHO GAC BHA SDC UNICEF EU AFD SIDA and GFFO.
Action Against Hunger is currently looking to fill the role of Driver who will be responsible to ensuresafe utilization of transport means ensure health and safety of all personnel on board while providing qualitative report on usage of vehicle assigned to user.Position Details
Reporting to: Logistics Officer
Proposed start date:November 2025
Work location:Abuja FCT
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive in a safe way at all times respecting the countrys circulation rules and following the base/capital logisticians planning and instructions;
- Ensure safety and security of ACTION AGAINST HUNGERs vehicle and staff onboard;
- Importantly remind passengers to fasten their seatbelts;
- In case of an accident or incident immediately get in touch with the logistics department and follow their instructions; Complete the incident report within 4 hours or as soon as you arrive back at base;
- Follow all ACTION AGAINST HUNGER rules and regulations and the vehicle manufacturers guidelines;
- Go for Interstate and field movements and stay in other bases overnight as and when required;
- Work according to the drivers roster/schedule (i.e. inclusive of night and day shift) including weekends and national holidays when using the vehicle;
- Ensure that all personal documents (ID driving license) and vehicle documents are valid and kept on board at all times;
- Ensure all required safety equipment is carried onboard and in good condition and inform the logistics department of any deficiencies;
- Solve minor problems and perform basic maintenance;
- Inform the Logistics department of any major repairs to be carried out and immediately inform them of any incurred damage;
- Carry out daily checks before starting up the engine;
- Carry out weekly checks once a week;
- Keep the vehicle clean and wash it regularly as requested by the base/capital logistician. Keep track of the maintenance schedule and notify the base/capital logisticiankm before themaintenance is due;
- Inspect and prepare the vehicle the day before departure to be on time;
- Load the vehicle with transported goods;
- Ensure that transported goods are accompanied by duly filled and signed delivery notes;
- Obtain signature of the delivery note from the consignee and return document to the sender;
- Check if all required equipment is on board and functioning (communication equipment toolbox medical kit fuel stickers flags);
- Check with base/capital logistician if security clearance is received before departure (SMPapproved for cross-state movements);
- Ensure all documents are on board and filled out dully with readable handwriting;
- Record the car movement in the movement log and get the passengers signature;
- Complete the Fuel Log book accurately daily with mileage fuel consumption information and after every maintenance;
- Submit the completed Log Book to the base/capital logistician every month;
- Submit all receipts for fuel airport and parking tickets a timely manner to the base/capitallogistician for reconciliation.
- First School leaving certificate or equivalent or above;
- A valid and current Nigerian drivers license;
- Proficiency in English language;
- Previous experience is an added advantage;
- Good reading and writing skills;
- Accurate knowledge of all traffic rules;
- Flexible and adaptable in a changing work environment;
- Good communication skills and high level of integrity;
- Knowledge of security issues;
- Ability to remain calm in stressful driving situations.
- Former ACF employee of good standing are welcome to apply.
The deadline for this position is Friday 17th October 2025 at 5:00PM (Nigerian Time)
Action Against Hunger does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application interview processing).
Action Against Hunger is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment exploitation and abuse lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children young people and adults. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
Action Against Hungerprovides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race colour religion gender national origin age disability or genetics.
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference background and other checks and will be expected to adhere to organizational standards and principles.
Other benefits include but not limited to 100% health care coverage free and direct access to Cross Knowledge e-learning platform.
Women at Action Against Hunger are entitled to benefits such as maternity leave compassionate leave for a hospitalized child and creche facilities for babies and toddlers.
All candidates MUST ensure they answer all thequestions asked forthis application. Failure to do so means candidates will not be considered for the process.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Inventory Control
- Basic Math
- Paratransit
- Tanker Experience
- Van Driver
- Box Truck Experience
- Commercial Driving
- Commercial Vehicle Experience
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Manual Transmission Experience
- Driving
- Heavy Lifting
About Company
Action Against Hunger is a global humanitarian organization that takes decisive action against the causes and effects of hunger. For almost 40 years and across nearly 50 countries, we have led the global fight against hunger. Action Against Hunger has worked to best position itself ... View more
