Responsibilities

As the Driver and Administrative Assistant, you will: 

• Ensure employees, visitors and consultants are transported safely to their destination 

• Drive within the laws of Cameroon and with respect for other road users’ pedestrians 

• Ensure the maintenance of Sightsavers vehicles by checking fuel, oil and water daily and refuelling when necessary. 

• Keep vehicles in a clean condition inside and outside.  

• Check tyres, logbooks, tools, etc. and test-drive each vehicle once a week.  

• Undertake routine maintenance of vehicles, including simple repairs.  

• Ensures vehicles are regularly serviced and advise the Administrative Officer when servicing is required and/or when defects/ problems arise.  

• Make sure all vehicles have reflectors, fire extinguishers, first aid box, etc.  First aid boxes for the vehicles must be checked regularly to ensure that items used are promptly replenished.  

• Keep a maintenance record of vehicles e.g. replacement of major parts, tyres, batteries, etc. 

• Transact business with the banks on foreign currencies for staff related travels  

• Maintain liaison with officials of immigration and embassies for staff entry visas and renewal of passports and work permits.  

• Assist with the organisation of various office events (seminar, plenaries, meetings, workshops, Away Days etc) 

Skills and Experience

As the ideal candidate you will possess a certificate of Education (GCE) ordinary level, have extensive experience as a Driver, and have good administrative experience. 

Further requirements include: 

• Experience working for an IGNO/NGO 

• Clean and valid driving licence 

• Availability for emergency work on weekends and public holidays 

• Good command of spoken English/French