Project Driver for Health Project in Tanzania

About the role

The Project Driver provides dedicated transport and logistics support for the AFGHS‑Jhpiego health project in Tanzania and Zanzibar. The role ensures safe, timely, and compliant movement of staff, visitors, and project property across approved activities.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and maintain an assigned vehicle, ensuring it is clean, roadworthy, and compliant with the Tanzania Road Traffic Act.
• Plan routes, schedule travel, manage fuel cards, and keep accurate mileage and fuel logs.
• Support logistics for meetings and trainings, including packing, photocopying, and material setup.
• Administer participant registration using Jhpiego digital devices and assist with commodity receipt, collection, and delivery.
• Coordinate vehicle inspections, advise on hired vehicle suitability, and guide motorcycle use when required.

Required profile

• Valid Class “C” driving licence with at least 5 years of driving experience.
• Willingness to live and travel in Dar es Salaam, Kagera, Pwani, Pemba or Unguja.
• Ability to communicate effectively in Kiswahili and English.
• Field‑oriented, comfortable working with multidisciplinary teams and government officials.

Required skills

• Basic knowledge of vehicle mechanics.
• Basic proficiency with MS Office (email, Internet, Word).