American University of Nigeria Vacancy for a Rapid Response Driver

The American University of Nigeria was founded in response to the need for a world-class university in sub-Saharan Africa. The University’s mission is to provide quality education to Nigeria and Africa’s future leaders in order to equip them with the skills needed to solve development issues on the continent, and give them the knowledge needed to create solutions that will benefit their community, their country and, ultimately, the world. The American University of Nigeria, Yola is seeking a suitably qualified candidate to fill the vacant position below:       Job Title: Rapid Response Driver Location: Yola, Adamawa Department: AUN Health Center Description

• We are seeking for a Rapid Response Driver. This position is local position and opens to indigenous and/or legal residents of Nigeria.

• Duties include operating and maintaining the ambulance bus with a focus on safety.
• Drive the ambulance vehicle to the scene of the incident in a courteous and professional manner
• Perform minor maintenance tasks on the ambulance vehicle when necessary.
• Ensuring that periodic scheduled ambulance vehicle maintenance is completed and reported.
• Preparing accident and incident reports as necessary.
• Maintain vehicle in good condition in accordance with organizational policies and procedures
• Study and be familiar with local streets, roads and buildings around AUN community in order to respond to emergency calls with the utmost speed and efficiency.

• Valid driving licence. ( Class E or F )
• Strength and hand-eye coordination are also necessary.
• Must be in and maintain top physical form.
• Strength, physical stamina, agility, and medical fitness.
• Must be teachable.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age, possesses and maintains a safe driving record.
• Must also be available to work flexible hours.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written English.

• Ability to drive an ambulance vehicle very quickly, but also do so in a safe manner in order to promote safety.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Ability to remain calm in dangerous or stressful situations.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• AUN is an equal opportunity employer and strives to provide a culturally diverse workforce; we do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race creed, colour, nationality, origin, age, sex, religion and marital status