FHI 360 Driver Jobs in Tanzania
FHI 360 Driver Jobs in Tanzania
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff include experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges.
FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries. Currently, we are seeking suitably qualified candidates to fill in a Driver position in Lindi for its EpiC project in Tanzania
The Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) is a 5-year global project funded by the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), dedicated to achieving and maintaining HIV epidemic control.
The project provides strategic technical assistance and direct service delivery to break through barriers to 95-95-95 and promote self-reliant management of national HIV programs by improving HIV case-finding, prevention, and treatment programming. In Tanzania, EpiC will be implementing an HIV service delivery project among key and priority populations, adolescent girls and young women; and orphans and vulnerable children which aims to reduce HIV infections in pursuit of reaching 95-95-95 goals. To achieve this goal, the program will support targeted prevention and case finding strategies at community level amongst the targeted populations.
Job Description
Responsible for driving EpiC staff, consultants and visitors to locations for project meetings and activities and maintaining project vehicles.
Specific duties include:
Drive staff to meetings and appointments as assigned.
Operate the vehicle in accordance with the FHI 360 Vehicle Policy and ensuring that passengers comply with this policy e.g., the wearing of seat belts.
Responsible for day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle including checking oil, water, battery, brakes, tires etc.; and ensuring it remains undamaged and in working
order.
Maintain the vehicle travel and maintenance log as per policy.
Manage the daily mileage record and petrol consumption.
When dealing with outside organizations, presenting FHI 360 in the best possible manner by being tidy, helpful and courteous.
Report to the Supervisor immediately as possible any accident involving an FHI 360 vehicle and assist in the investigation of and follow up to any such accident.
Notify the supervisor of any maintenance or vehicle problems.
Ensure the vehicle is at all times kept clean and tidy.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications and other requirements specific to the role
Secondary School or Vocational education plus at least three years’ driving experience. Certification from a reputable Driver’s Education program will be an added advantage.
Must have a current, valid license with an excellent driving record showing no history for accidents.
Must be a skilled and experienced safe driver for highway driving, preferably 3-5 years of local highway driving
Sound Knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
Preferred working experience with an international organization or donor project/NGO sector.
Skills in minor vehicle repair.
Good oral communications ability in both Kiswahili and English.
Good personal qualities with ability to function in a team environment that includes different age ethnicities and culture groups; demonstrated cultural sensitivity and sound understanding of the needs of KVP and other vulnerable groups.
Demonstrated high level of personal integrity
Excellent organizational, time management and interpersonal skills
Commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.
Ability to work after normal office hours.
Basic knowledge of First Aid.
Good knowledge of the region where the duty station is and surrounding area, streets neighbourhoods, airports, government offices and Tanzania Regions.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; FHI 360 Driver Jobs in Tanzania
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