Driver

Overview

Background: Founded in 1807, The University of Maryland, Baltimore, (also known as the University of Maryland or UMB) comprises of some of the oldest professional Schools including School of dentistry, law, medicine, pharmacy, social work and nursing in the United States.
UMB works around the world to enhance capacity of governments, Regional and District Health Management Teams to improve the quality of health services through targeted technical assistance, systems development and institutionalization of quality improvement initiatives. In Tanzania, UMB works through its affiliate, Maryland Global Initiatives Tanzania (MGIT) a not for profit organization.

UMB has teamed up with Amref Health Africa to implement a Comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment project aimed at acceleration of achieving the 95-95-95 goals for HIV Epidemic control and building of sustainable health systems for optimized population-wide health outcomes. The project which is branded as Afya Kamilifu Project received funding from the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through CDC Tanzania and will be implemented in Tanga Regiona and Zanzibar Islands. UMB and Amref Health Africa will work under the guidance and close collaboration of CDC Tanzania, Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children, Zanzibar Ministry of health, President’s Office Regions Authority and Local Government (PORALG), RHMTs, CHMTs, Health facilities and other stakeholders for successful implementation of the Afya Kamilifu Project.


MGIT is advertising for the following position to support its work under this project, and invites all qualified candidates to apply: 
Position: Driver
Department: Administration
Location: Dar es Salaam
Reporting: Head Driver

Overall Responsibilities

The incumbent will support the town errands and fieldwork activities, while strictly observing Tanzania traffic guidance and MGIT policies and regulations related to the usage of vehicles. The incumbent will also facilitate planned maintenance, routine vehicle services and minor repairs to the vehicle assigned to. 

Duties and responsibilities.

• To manage and drive MGIT vehicle to which s/he is assigned to in accordance to Tanzania laws and MGIT policy and as specified by supervisor.
• To inspect the vehicle before and after a journey to ensure that it is in good condition in order to minimize wear and tear of the vehicle.
• To timely prepare and submit vehicle performance reports after each journey.
• To ensure that all vehicle movements are recorded in the vehicle log-sheets and that the vehicle is used for authorized purposes only.
• Maintain the drivability of vehicles and supplies of all essential equipment of the vehicle.
• To identify vehicle faults, promptly report to the supervisor and advise on appropriate repairs and services as necessary.
• Schedule regular vehicle inspection and servicing strictly according to manufacturer’s recommendations or better.
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• To verify records of all work done on each vehicle and on the respective job cards.
• Interact with visitors in a manner that is representative of MGIT.
• To carry out any other office activities as assigned by supervisor including errands to the banks, the airport and the post office 
  

Qualification & Skills

• Secondary school education.
• Advanced Driver’s Certificate Grade Two from the National Institute of Transport (NIT) or Vocational Education Training Authority (VETA).
• Advanced Driver’s Certificate Grade One from the National Institute of Transport (NIT) or Vocational Education Training Authority (VETA) as an added advantage.
• Certificate of Motor Vehicle Mechanics Grade II as an added advantage.
• Valid and accident-free Class C Tanzania Driver’s License.
• At least three years’ work experience in vehicle driving and mechanics in an international NGOs or similar organizations.
• Ability to speak and write in both English and Kiswahili.
• Good interpersonal skills.
  
  

Instructions for Submitting Applications:

ii. Applications should include 3 references that are familiar with applicant’s work experience preferably in the last 5 years. References should include contact information including daytime phone, and e-mail address.
iii. All applications should include a cover letter that details one’s suitability for the job highlighting key functional areas, expected qualifications, and experiences.
iv. Candidates should attach a CV/Resume that highlights one’s key achievements in areas relevant to the job
v. Job-related stated qualifications and experience are the basic minimum requirements that each applicant must meet to be considered for interviewing.
vi. All applicants should include daytime phone and skype contact information.
vii. Deadline for application is 28th September 2018, 5:00pm Tanzania Time. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Interested candidates should send their application letters, enclosing their CVs, copies of certificates, testimonials and names of three referees to the following postal address;

HR & Administration Coordinator
Maryland Global Initiatives Tanzania LTD
Plot 591 Yacht Club Rd
Msasani Peninsular
P. O. Box 75568
Dar es Salaam.

OR electronically through hr@mgitanzania.org 

Maryland Global Initiatives Tanzania**(MGIT) is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified persons to apply regardless of gender, ethnicity, or any other status variable.**
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