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Driver

UNICEFKano, Nigeria
Category | Grade:General | G-2Deadline:7 Aug 2026Job ID:594727Posted on:24 Jul 2026
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Overview

Provide UNICEF Kano with reliable and safe transport for personnel and authorized passengers, following local traffic law and organizational protocols, planning secure routes, using GPS and radio communications, maintaining vehicle readiness and records, and supporting administrative needs between driving assignments.

Department: Nigeria Country Office, Kano Field Office

Languages

Required: English

Desired: Another UN language, Local language

Job Areas

  1. Transport, Aviation & Fleet Operations

Minimum Experience

2 years

Estimated Salary

Not available

Responsibilities

  • Drive UNICEF personnel and authorized passengers safely and reliably
  • Follow local traffic rules, security procedures and UNICEF transport protocols
  • Plan routes and use navigation tools for efficient travel
  • Inspect vehicles and coordinate routine maintenance
  • Maintain trip, fuel and vehicle records
  • Use radio and mobile communications during assignments
  • Respond appropriately to breakdowns, emergencies and security incidents
  • Support administrative tasks during non-driving periods

Requirements

  • Secondary education
  • Valid driving licence and knowledge of local traffic rules
  • At least two years of driving experience with an international organization, embassy or UN entity
  • Safe driving record
  • English fluency

Skills

Safe drivingDefensive drivingVehicle maintenanceRoute planningGPS navigationSecurity protocolsRadio communicationEmergency responseRecord keeping

Tools

GPS navigationTwo-way radioMobile applications

Additional info

  • Locally recruited General Service position based in Kano
  • UNICEF does not facilitate work authorization for General Service positions