ChildFund is a child-focused international development organization that works in 23 countries to connect children with the people, resources and institutions they need to grow up healthy, educated, skilled and safe, no matter where they are.

ChildFund’s Values

ChildFund values a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible environment where everyone is welcomed and celebrated equally. In our culture of connection, you will have ample opportunity to grow, learn, and lead while contributing your talents and innovations to our inspiring mission.

ChildFund’s Commitment
ChildFund International has a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH) and all other forms of harm by its staff, partners, and other representatives in the delivery of its mission and services for children. ChildFund is committed to creating a safe environment in the workplace as well as in the communities where it delivers programs and services. ChildFund expects every staff member, partner, and representative to adhere to this commitment and to ensure all organizational policies and standards are followed. This position is subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal records check and/or disclosure to ensure program participants are safeguarded.

About This Role
Responsible for safely transporting staff, partners, visitors and other people to ensure we are able to deliver our work to children and those that help them. The post holder will be responsible for assisting the secure transportation of goods and materials that assist to perform our work

Required Experience and Education

• 1 to 3 years’ experience with a valid Driver’s license without violation for the past 12 months
• H.S. Diploma or technical training or equivalent experience. Degree +
• Sound knowledge of the road systems
• Experience and knowledge in doing basic vehicle checks
• Written and oral English for communication
• Must be able to detect fault

Primary Responsibilities

Child safeguarding

• Remain alert and responsive to any child safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Safeguarding Policy

• To have a valid driving license at all times
• To ensure the safe transportation of authorized personnel associated with CHildFund Program.
• To ensure that any materials or property of ChildFund are carried in a secure manner and prevent damage
• To drive in a manner suitable for the road conditions and respect the traffic rules and ChildFund speed limits.
• To ensure that Log book is properly maintained and monthly log sheets are filled and submitted to the line Manager.
• Safety and security is paramount therefore the driver should ensure that a working means of communication is always at hand. E.g cell phone
• To perform all checks (daily, weekly, monthly)  required and perform
• The vehicle assigned to the post holder must ensure the vehicle is washed daily; kept clean and tidy on a daily basis
• Ensure that the vehicle has all its equipments, tools and spares at all times when driving a vehicle. The post holder will be required to account for any loss of this equipment.
• Coordinate employee engagement and logistics for face to face trainings and activities in assigned Country Office
• To inform the line Manager for vehicles due for service, insurance renewal and or road worthiness
• .To ensure that the fuel records for the vehicle is maintained properly and the vehicle is fueled regularly based on consumption and uses
• The post holder must report any security incidents immediately to the Country Office HR Manager
• Ensures recording of third party passenger in vehicle in waiver log book.
• Undertake any duty assigned

Required Competencies

ChildFund’s Core Competencies

• Teamwork: the ability to work effectively and collaborate with others; values and respects individual differences.
• Communication: demonstrates empathy and tact when communicating with others and uses a storytelling approach when appropriate.
• Results orientation: gets things done; takes proactive steps to achieve organizational goals and quality standards.
• Decision making: uses good judgement, critical thinking, and non-traditional ways to evaluate problems and opportunities; reflects and innovates to improve decisions and outcomes.
• Resilience: thrives and grows in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments.
• Digital literacy: adopts and champions new technology to relevant contexts, stays aware of technological trends and embraces technological solutions to business challenges.