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Thamini Uhai, formerly World Lung foundation, is a Tanzanian non-governmental organization that has partnered with the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania since 2008 to reduce maternal and early neonatal mortality and strengthen health systems in underserved rural areas. From 2008 to 2019, Thamini Uhai worked with Bloomberg Philanthropies to expand quality Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care services and, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Local Government Authorities, piloted birth companionship project nine (9) public health facilities in Kigoma Region from 2017 to 2018 and scaled birth companionship as a core element of respectful maternity care across 28 health facilities in Kigoma, Katavi, Geita, and Mwanza Regions.
The project supported advocacy efforts for government-led scale-up through comprehensive council health budgets, introduced a Continuous Professional Development (CPD) module integrated into national eLearning platform, contributed to revision of Labour ward designs to accommodate privacy and contributed to the development of national guideline on integrating gender and respectful care into RMNCAH services.
The organization has recently secured funding for a three-year project to scale up birth companionship as a key element of respectful maternity care in Mwanza Region. The project will include health facility assessments, minor renovations of Labour rooms, community sensitization, and capacity building on supportive care during Labour using the Labour Care Guide, complemented by supportive supervision and mentorship. In this regard, Thamini Uhai wishes to recruit for the following positions:
1. Project Driver – Birth Companionship (1 Position)
Position description
Department: Finance and Operations
Reports to: Project and Finance Assistant
Assignment type: Full-time
Location: Mwanza
Length: One year
Position summary
The Program Driver will support logistics and driving project vehicles during local travel needs for Thamini Uhai program staff, partners and other project implementation teams in the project covered regions and other regions for various project related official activities. He will report to the Project and Finance Assistant.
1. Key responsibilities
Drive vehicle for official travel and business as guided
Act as primary driver to pick up, drop off, and transport Thamini Uhai staff throughout project covered regions, other regions for various project related official meetings in Tanzania.
Maintain high standard of service to both internal and external guests.
Ensure punctuality and safe transport.
Observing the road and traffic laws and regulations of the United Republic of Tanzania.
Apply additional caution for safety of themselves, Thamini Uhai staff, and other drivers on the road.
Ensure that safe driving practices are adhered, including local driving codes and internally agreed standards.
Alcohol must not be consumed or kept or stored in the vehicle whilst on duty.
Ensure vehicles are kept clean, tidy and in good working condition always
Always assist with loading and unloading materials in vehicles, keeping vehicle always secure.
Ensure vehicle is given regular/day-to-day maintenance: check oil, water, battery, brakes, tyres, etc.
Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs, prepare vehicle spare parts inventory
Taking account of all available information on road conditions, accessible routes, and locations. (including current radio news on traffic conditions) to update daily
Keep an accurate schedule of driving assignments and arrive on time for pick-ups and drop offs
In case of accident or other incident occurs, follow Thamini Uhai safety protocol and insurance policies and procedures.
Prepare and submit vehicle monitoring reports, including records of vehicle operations, maintenance, expenses, mileage, at end of each month.
Assisting the Field team whenever required
Assist the Project and Finance Assistant to ensure vehicle insurance and registration are updated according to schedule. Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, etc.
A. Required qualifications
CSEE or equivalent qualification.
Minimum 3 years’ professional driving experience.
Valid Tanzanian driving licence
Advanced Driving Certificate from NIT or VETA
Experience in driving 4WD and long-distance vehicles.
Experience in working with NGOs is an added advantage
Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge.
B. Required skills and competencies
Safe and defensive driving skills.
Good knowledge of Tanzanian road laws and routes.
Basic vehicle troubleshooting and maintenance skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Punctual, reliable, and responsible.
Good record-keeping and reporting skills.
High integrity and professionalism.
Ability to work flexible hours and travel as required
Method of Application
Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a cover letter and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) as one consolidated PDF document to hr@thaminiuhai.or.tz with the subject line of the position applied. Applicants are required to include three (3) professional referees with valid contact details in their CV. The deadline for submission is 12th November 2026.Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.