Driver, Lagos (Local Service Contract)

About the role

UNFPA is recruiting a Driver for its office in Lagos, Nigeria, on a non-rotational Local Service Contract (LSC-2) of one year, renewable depending on funds and satisfactory performance. The post is open only to Nigerian nationals and is full-time. The driver provides reliable and safe driving services while upholding discretion, integrity and courtesy.

Key responsibilities

• Drive office vehicles for UNFPA staff, officials and visitors, and deliver and collect mail and documentation
• Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport, including handling visa and customs formalities when required
• Stay aware of traffic, road and security conditions so that meetings are reached safely and on time
• Manage all aspects of vehicle maintenance: minor repairs and cleaning, arranging major repairs and service, keeping daily vehicle logs, and helping prepare maintenance plans and history reports
• Keep track of insurance and tax formalities
• Act as a translator in the local language for official passengers when needed, and assist with general administrative duties

Required profile

• Senior Secondary School Certificate
• Valid driver's licence
• Three years' work experience as a driver in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a safe driving record
• At least one year of driving experience in Lagos is desirable
• Fluency in French is required; knowledge of English is desirable

Required skills

• Knowledge of driving rules, chauffeur protocol, local roads and defensive driving
• Familiarity with the geography, society and culture of Lagos
• Good knowledge of HF and VHF radios
• Minor vehicle repair skills

What we offer

• A competitive net salary
• Health insurance and other benefits as applicable