Vacancy title:
Driver
Employment type: Full time, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Transportation & Logistics, Social Services & Nonprofit
Jobs at:
Six Rivers Africa
Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, November 12 2026
Duty Station:
Ulanga, Morogoro Region | Ulanga
Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, November 7 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
About Six Rivers Africa
Six Rivers Africa (SRA) is a non-profit working across southern Tanzania in the Nyerere and Ruaha landscapes. The organization’s work spans three main pillars including protection, restoration and people. Working within the National Parks and the surrounding Buffer Zones, SRA is committed to its partnership with the Tanzanian government and to ensuring that the health of the habitats, wildlife and communities around them are sustained for the years to come.
Six Rivers Africa (SRA) supports TANAPA in Nyerere under a cooperation agreement signed in 2023. TANAPA retains full authority over the park, its staff and its operations. SRA’s programme is delivered in line with annual plans and priorities agreed with TANAPA, and strengthens park protection through funding, equipment, infrastructure, aviation, ranger training and day-to-day operational support.
Duty Station: Ulanga, Morogoro Region
Reports to: Accounts and Administrative Assistant
Position Overview
The Driver is responsible for providing safe and reliable transportation services, maintaining company vehicles, and ensuring proper vehicle records and compliance with safety procedures. The role also provides logistical support to field activities, including transportation of staff, supplies, and project materials as required.
Essentials Duties and Responsibilities
1. Vehicle Operation and Safety
- Ensure the assigned vehicle is ready for travel on time and without unnecessary delays.
- Safely transport staff, visitors, materials, and authorized passengers to designated locations.
- Operate the vehicle responsibly and comply with all traffic laws and organizational driving procedures.
- Maintain awareness of road, traffic, and weather conditions and adjust routes when necessary.
- Always observe speed limits and safe driving practices.
- Ensure the vehicle is parked in safe and approved locations.
- Respect wildlife, communities, and the environment while driving in field areas.
2. Vehicle Maintenance and Management
- Conduct daily vehicle inspections before departure and upon return.
- Ensure vehicle conditions and accessories are recorded in the vehicle logbook.
- Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle, including interior and exterior areas.
- Arrange vehicle washing, detailing, servicing, and maintenance when required.
- Report any vehicle faults, damages, or mechanical concerns immediately to the supervisor.
- Schedule regular servicing and ensure maintenance requirements are followed.
- Ensure vehicle documents, insurance, and required permits are valid and available.
- Maintain accurate records of fuel usage, spare parts, repairs, and vehicle expenses.
3. Documentation and Reporting
- Complete and sign vehicle logbooks daily.
- Ensure fuel records and vehicle movement records are properly maintained.
- Provide accurate records of vehicle movements, including departure and arrival times.
- Report traffic violations, accidents, damages, or incidents involving the vehicle promptly.
- Ensure all vehicle expenses are supported by approved receipts and documentation.
- Account for any cash impress provided for vehicle-related expenses.
4. Project and Field Support Responsibilities
- Support implementation of community projects, including tree planting, business initiatives, and community events.
- Transport project materials and supplies to remote villages and project locations.
- Assist with event preparation, including setting up equipment, materials, signage, and registration areas.
- Support distribution of materials and items to intended beneficiaries.
- Assist with loading and unloading goods, equipment, and supplies.
- Ensure safe handling, storage, and transportation of project materials.
- Provide logistical support to project teams during field activities.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Supervisor
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Certificate of Secondary Education (Form Four) or equivalent.
- Valid Tanzanian driving licence of class C or higher
- Certificate in Professional Driving from a recognized institution (e.g., VETA, NIT or an accredited driving school).
- Certificate of Advanced Driver’s Grade Two (VIP) from NIT is an added advantage
- Mandatory Defensive Driving Certificate from a recognized institution.
- At least 3 years of professional driving experience, preferably with an NGO or conservation organization.
- Proven experience driving 4×4 vehicles on rough and remote terrain.
- Basic knowledge of vehicle mechanics preferred
- =Ability to maintain accurate logbooks and vehicle records.
- Good knowledge of Tanzanian traffic laws and of routes in Morogoro and Ulanga.
- Fluency in Kiswahili; knowledge of English is an added advantage.
- Clean driving record with no history of serious traffic violations or preventable accidents.
- Strong commitment to safety, integrity, and discipline.
- Willingness to work flexible hours and travel to remote field locations.
Compliance and Accountability
- Protect all organizational property under personal responsibility.
- Do not use company vehicles for unauthorized purposes, routes, or passengers.
- Do not operate vehicles under the influence of alcohol or any intoxicating substances.
- Do not interfere with vehicle tracking or fleet management systems.
- Accept responsibility for negligence, misuse, or misconduct in accordance with organizational policies.
- Follow all instructions provided by supervisors and management
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: high school
Job application procedure
Interested candidates should submit their application letter and CV by clicking Apply Now and addressed to The Chief Executive Officer.
Applications must be received no later than 5:00 PM on 12 November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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