Apply: Plan International Driver

Deadline: 18 May, 2021

Location: Kibondo, Tanzania

Plan International is seeking to fill the role of Driver.

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

Responsibilities

  • Provide passenger transport in an official car for office, project or programme staff, official visitors and guests
  • Run errands for the project, programme or office, e.g., sending letters and messages, paying bills and buying smaller quantities of office supplies as appropriate
  • Complete the vehicle logbook correctly and conscientiously in accordance with Plan International standards and policies
  • At least once in a week, clean the interior and exterior of the vehicle(s) regularly
  • Timely check oil, water, brakes and brake liquid, tyre pressure, battery levels, headlights, brakes, bodywork for dents, etc. and report any default for the vehicle maintenance
  • Responsible for the project vehicle documents and their good condition at all times
  • Responsible for refueling the vehicle using the approved fuel voucher and keep the records
  • Report all involvement of the project or office vehicle in accidents, including minor accidents, damage, loss or theft of vehicle fittings
  • Assist other colleagues, as needed, in the project, programme or office if there is no travel pending

Requirements

  • Possess an O-level Certificate or higher
  • Valid class ‘C’ driver’s licence with vehicle defensive/administrative skills 
  • Clean driving records in last four years
  • Medical good condition 
  • Five years, minimum, of work experience as a driver with international NGOs, preferably UN-funded projects
  • Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Fluency in English and Kiswahili
  • Discipline, punctuality, reliability, resilience and patience
  • Familiarity with rough roads and remote areas
  • Strong ability to ensure control safety and security of vehicles
  • Strong negotiation, facilitation and influencing skills
  • High degree of confidentiality and integrity

To apply and for more information, click here.

Photo source: ILO

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