Driver

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: Tanzania

Deadline for Submission: 19th April, 2024

About us 

At Nutrition International, we make a difference, because nutrition is the difference. Woven into the very fabric of our approach is the passion and drive of our global team of over 600 people, working in 13 offices across 11 countries with one common goal: transforming the lives of people who need it most through improved nutrition. 

If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a global team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below. 

About the role

The purpose of this position is to provide secure and timely driving services to transport staff and other project partners/goods as deemed necessary, ensuring timely support for the implementation of the BRIGHT project plans. The individual will also provide timely communication with both staff and respective partners to ensure quality project delivery

Responsibilities:

• Provide transportation for project staff and related partners during the entire period of the BRIGHT project life.
• Follow up the driver planning, and scheduling using project calendar and register transportation requests.
• Keeping track of maintenance record of vehicle(s) to ensure service schedules are adhered to.
• Keep track of timely car insurance renewals.
• Update monthly mileage records - maintain logbook of each service vehicle on daily basis.
• Assisting in making travel arrangements including flight reservations and confirmations, and hotel arrangements for BRIGHT project staff.
• Support Administration Section by assisting with the mail deliveries, both incoming and outgoing, and procurement of small utilities.
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About You;

• You have a Secondary school certificate with driving school training from recognized institution, and .
• Valid Class ‘C’ driver’s license and clean driving record, with minimum 3 (three) Years of experience, ideally gained in an NGO environment.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Physically able to reach, stretch, bend, and sit for long periods of time during daily routine.
• Able to work night, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reliable and punctual with dedicated professionalism to job and duties.
• Able to adapt to changing schedules or routines, organized and able to follow a schedule.
• Excellent time management skills
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili

What we offer

A competitive market pay, health and dental benefits and pension plan, flexible work hours, four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays) and support for learning and development opportunities. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment.

Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.

Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks.

For more detailed information about the role, please click on the Job Descriptionattached. Please click on the Apply button to submit your application.