The African Initiatives for Relief and Development (AIRD) is an African humanitarian non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to providing life-saving assistance and fostering resilience for refugees and displaced populations across the continent. AIRD is a non-political, non-religious, non-profit organization. The organization works to help those displaced by natural or man-made disasters. AIRD partners with other organizations to provide support in areas such as logistics, construction, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), livelihoods, and repatriation. 

AIRD _Tanzania Program is seekir for qualified national personnel for the position below

Position Details

Position: Light Vehicle Drivers-AIRD, Tanzania Program: based in Kasulu, Makere, & Kibondo Reporting to: SMART FLEET OFFICER/DISPATCHER

Job Summary

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General Duties

• Safely and responsibly performing all official travel using official vehicle
• Responsible for the vehicle which he is assigned to drive.
• The Light Vehicle driver will adhere to all traffic and AIRD safety rules and follow the transport guidelines required by the AIRD fleet department
• Safeguard vehicle security (door locks, security-locks) etc. Monitor the security and serviceability of project assets.
• Responsible for the safekeeping of all vehicle equipment, tools, first aid kits and component.
• Making sure that all mission orders and waybills are signed by the offices receiving the goods/persons at the end of each mission.
• Account for all available information on road regulations & conditions, routes and locations
• Ensure that no unauthorized persons or cargo board the Vehicle.
• Completes the vehicle logbook correctly and consistently in accordance with AIRD standard
• Perform other assignments/duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
  Other Tasks
• Cleaning the interior and exterior of the vehicle (s) assigned regularly.
• Checking daily oil, water, brakes liquid, tyre pressure, battery levels and the entire vehicle for headlight and body for dents.
• Is responsible for the project vehicle documents and their good condition, keeping the vehicle log and recording monthly maintenance.
• Monitor fuel consumption daily and arranging for refuel promptly
• Report vehicle malfunctions for service, and carries out minor repairs.
• Immediately report accidents, or incidences including; minor accidents, damage, loss or theft of vehicle components.

Minimum Qualifications

• Holder of a Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) [Form Four Certificate] or higher Education.
• Driving Course Certificate offered by recognised institution such as VETA or NIT preferred advanced drivers Certificate grade two (V.J.P Drivers course) will be an added advantage.
• Must have a genuine and valid driving license supported by certified documents issued by Tanzania Police Force-Traffic Division.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience related field in reputable organization as light vehicle drive preferable working in Humanitarian organization will be added advantage

Additional Requirements

• Proficiency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
• Ability to work with people from a range of backgrounds.
• Good driving skils and knowledge of defensive driving techniques, with a clean driver tra Knowledge of traffic rules, occupational safety, health and environment regulations

How to Apply

Qualified/Interested candidates may send and application with (Cover Letter, CV (not more than 2 pages), and copies of relevant Academic Certificates) converted to DPF, merged into one document and send via e-mail hr.tz@airdinternational.org