Overview

Vacancy Driver office support-  Sustainable Agriculture in Kigoma Region Project (SAKiRP) –

Duty Station: Kakonko - Kigoma

Contract duration: 1 year renewable

Main duties and responsibilities:

Driving of programme vehicles

• Driving of personnel and collecting and delivering documents/parcels as directed by the supervisor.
• Safe driving, respecting rule of the road avoiding unnecessary risks, speeding, etc.
• Ensuring proper security of the vehicle at all times (while on missions and at the duty station)

Maintenance of vehicles

• Keep all the programme vehicles clean and in good driving condition.
• Daily inspection of the vehicles: tyre pressure, conditions bushes, condition shock absorbers, oil and water levels, radiator, conditions brakes etc.
• According to the vehicles manual: do the small maintenance.
• Maintain a service log of vehicles and ensure regular servicing.

Logistical support and office maintenance.

• Distribution of letters and other documents.
• Looking for genuine and price effective pro-forma invoices.
• During periods when there is no driving: assist colleagues whenever necessary with maintenance, office tasks, …

Qualifications and experience

• Tanzanian nationality, minimum age 30
• A current Class C driving license, valid and clean driving record. Additional qualifications from a nationally recognized training institution in driving or motor mechanics would be an advantage.
• Minimum education: certificate of secondary education
• At least 5 years of experience in driving a 4WD vehicle in remote areas.
• Having worked for an international development project, NGO or large company is an asset.
• Fluency in spoken Kiswahili and ability to speak and understand English
• Knowledgeable of operating and safety rules and regulations
• Ability/experience in basic mechanics. Ability to detect and repair minor dysfunctions
• Familiar with routes, driving conditions, and services available in Kigoma region.
• Able to work well under pressure and willing to work overtime
• Trustworthy, high sense of responsibility, alertness, physical fitness on duty, emotional stability, neat and courteous, pro-active, multitasking attitude

Applications

If your background corresponds to the above criteria, send the following documents:

• Motivation letter + CV (curriculum vitae) + certificates + transcripts
• Phone number/e-mail address (if applicable)
• Contact details of 3 referees or past employers

Applications by email to be sent to: recruitment.tza@enabel.be

Hard copy shall be addressed to: Enabel – Belgian Development Agency P.O. Box 24 Kigoma Regional Secretariat office

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, do not call if no official feedback

People with fake certificates will not be recruited