Overview of position
Under the direct supervision of the line manager (to be determined by the Service Provider itself), the Driver will undertake the following duties and responsibilities as listed in this TOR.
Role objectives
Driving Duties
- Safely operate official vehicles to transport staff, visitors, and goods as required.
- Ensure compliance with traffic laws, road safety regulations, and organizational policies.
- Maintain a logbook of vehicle movements, mileage, fuel consumption, and service records.
- Assist with loading and unloading of supplies, equipment, and documents.
Vehicle Maintenance
- Conduct daily checks on vehicle condition (fuel, oil, water, brakes, tires, lights).
- Report any mechanical issues or damages promptly to the supervisor.
- Ensure vehicles are kept clean, roadworthy, and serviced on schedule.
- Maintain emergency equipment (first aid kit, fire extinguisher, spare tire, tools).
Administrative Support
- Support logistics staff in delivery and collection of official documents.
- Assist in coordinating vehicle scheduling and availability.
- Ensure compliance with organizational security protocols during travel.
Project reporting
This role reports to the line manager.
Key competencies
- Secondary education required; vocational training in driving/mechanics preferred.
- At least 3 years of professional driving experience, preferably with NGOs, UN agencies, or institutions.
- Valid driver’s license for relevant vehicle categories.
- Knowledge of local routes, traffic regulations, and basic vehicle maintenance.
- Strong communication skills, punctuality, and reliability.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and follow security instructions.
Team management
This role has no team management responsibility.
Further information
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.