The National Council of People Living with HIV (NACOPHA) is a non-governmental, grassroots-based organization in Tanzania. Established in 2003, it serves as the official and unified voice for people living with HIV (PLHIV) in the country. NACOPHA works to improve the quality of life for its members through advocacy, empowerment, and coordination of the national HIV response. The organization provides training, resources, and support programs to empower PLHIV and help them lead self-sufficient lives. It also fosters self-help groups at the grassroots level.

Job Summary

The Driver will perform duties of driving the project vehicle and/or transporting equipment/supplies to various destinations. The role includes ensuring the vehicle is kept safe and secure.

Main Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide periodic usage reports of the vehicle, including total mileage, fuel consumption, and any other related expenditure.
• Follow and abide by traffic rules, regulations, driver safety manual, and any other instructions given by the supervisor or management.
• Ensure the filling of the logbook for each travel allocated.
• Handle transport of all staff, visitors, and equipment/materials as required.
• Maintain vehicles, including fuel, lubrication, oil, interior, and exterior.
• Prepare mileage and fuel consumption reports.
• Report and supervise all maintenance and repair needs of the assigned vehicle.
• Maintain vehicle first aid kit, communication equipment, and fire extinguisher.
• Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors.
• Ensure all major incidents are reported immediately (e.g., renewal of insurance cover, car accident).
• Ensure the vehicle is always in good running condition through daily checks.
• Ensure timely servicing and maintenance of the vehicle as per schedule and report mechanical issues promptly.
• Adhere strictly to government, organizational, and donor road security and safety procedures/policies.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to organization protocols.

Qualifications and Experiences

• Certificate of Secondary Education or Driving Certificate from a reputable Driving College.
• Certificate of Advanced Driving Course from NIT or VETA.
• Driving License class B, C, D, and E.
• At least three (3) years of work experience as a driver, with international organizations or local NGOs.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and the ability to perform routine checks (e.g., oil changes, tire rotations) can be valuable.
• Ability to adapt to different weather conditions, traffic situations, and road environments.
• Awareness of and adherence to all road safety regulations and protocols.

Core Competencies and Skills

• Strong problem-solving, planning, and communication skills.
• Ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Good oral communication ability in both Swahili and English.
• Flexibility and ability to work with different people.