Save the Children Jobs and Vacancies – September 4, 2025

Save the Children | Location: Yobe, Nigeria | Job ID: 17588 | Employment Type: Full-time | Contract Length: 12 months

Save the Children is recruiting for a Driver position in Yobe, Nigeria. This opportunity is part of the organisation’s current jobs and vacancies and is suitable for qualified candidates with relevant driving experience, a valid driving licence and experience working in an NGO or similar environment.

Save the Children is a global organisation working in more than 100 countries to improve the lives of children affected by crises and those in need of healthcare, education and protection. The organisation employs approximately 25,000 people worldwide and works to ensure children survive, learn and are protected from violence.

Job Details

Job Title: Driver
Location: Yobe, Nigeria
Team/Programme: Supply Chain
Grade: 6
Contract Length: 12 months
Reports to: Fleet Officer
Job ID: 17588
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

The Driver will operate Save the Children vehicles to safely and efficiently transport staff, visitors, goods and documents to their destinations in line with organisational policies and procedures. The successful candidate may also be required to support emergency operations during humanitarian crises.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Save the Children vehicles safely and on time to transport people, documents and goods.
• Maintain assigned vehicles in a clean, safe and mechanically sound condition.
• Conduct routine checks on oil, water, fan belt tension, brake fluid and other vehicle components before trips.
• Report vehicle servicing and maintenance requirements to management.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date mileage log sheets and submit monthly reports.
• Ensure road licences and vehicle insurance are valid and renewed on time.
• Ensure vehicle tools and accessories, including the spare wheel, jack, wheel spanner, first aid kit and fire extinguisher, are available and in good condition.
• Report vehicle damage or mechanical defects promptly to the supervisor.
• Assist staff and visitors and provide support in troubleshooting potential problems during daily operations.
• Follow travel instructions and comply with all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
• Maintain professional conduct that protects the reputation and humanitarian mission of Save the Children.
• Adhere to Save the Children’s Child Protection Code of Conduct, security guidelines and ethical principles.
• Travel to field locations when required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum qualification of Diploma or equivalent.
• At least three years of relevant driving experience, preferably with an international NGO.
• Valid driving licence.
• Classes B, C and D driving licences held for at least three years.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of routes, duty stations and project areas within the NGO and diplomatic community.
• Willingness and ability to work under difficult or challenging conditions.
• Commitment to Save the Children’s Child Protection Policy.
• Willingness to travel to the field as required.

Skills and Competencies

• Good understanding of the dynamics of refugee populations.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent proficiency in English and Hausa.
• Good IT literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email and internet browsing.
• High level of flexibility and adaptability.
• Strong commitment to accountability, integrity, collaboration, creativity and ambition.

Child Safeguarding

This is a Level 3 child safeguarding position because the role may involve frequent or intensive contact with children and young people through work in country programmes. Save the Children conducts rigorous background checks as part of its commitment to protecting children from abuse.

Health and Safety

The successful candidate will be required to perform all duties in accordance with Save the Children’s health and safety policies and procedures.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official Save the Children recruitment portal. Applicants should submit a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document, including details of their current remuneration and salary expectations.

Application Link: Apply for Driver – Yobe

Job Information

• Job Identification: 17588
• Job Category: Security
• Posting Date: September 4, 2026
• Application Deadline: September 18, 2026
• Job Schedule: Full-time
• Location: Yobe, Nigeria

Application Closing Date: September 18, 2026.