Job Title.. Driver
Company HJF
Location Tanzania
Job Type. Full Time
HJF is seeking a Driver to facilitates smooth transportation or movement of HJF / MRI staff, partners, and goods within the HJFMRI Tanzania program supported sites and administrative areas.
This position will be in support of HJFMRI Tanzania activities.
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.
This position will ensures HJF / MRI staff are driven to their desired destinations comfortably, safely, and timely including ensuring the assigned vehicle is clean, properly maintained, and compliant with the Tanzania Road Traffic Act, other Tanzania laws, and HJFMRI policies and procedures. The position reports to the Logistics Officer.
Responsibilities
- Drive HJF / MRI staff and partners, as assigned by supervisor, to their desired destinations in a comfortable, safe, and timely manner.
- Drive and maintain the assigned vehicle in line with the Tanzania Road Traffic Act and its amendments, Tanzania laws, HJFMRI policies and procedures.
- Ensure proper maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, and coolant levels. Ensure the vehicle is always in good running condition.
- Transport HJFMRI Tanzania program parcels, commodities, and other program related deliveries to their desired destinations.
- Perform biometric and non-biometric registration of HJFMRI Tanzania program participants.
- Record all journeys, service, and maintenance information in the vehicle logbook.
- Report any mechanical problems immediately.
- Listen to traffic and weather reports to stay up to date on road conditions; plan routes based on road conditions and adjust the route to avoid heavy traffic or road construction, as needed.
- Ensure all steps required by Tanzania traffic rules and regulations as well as HJFMRI policies and procedures are well taken in all vehicle incidents.
- Report all vehicle incidents immediately.
- Ensure vehicle security cameras are functioning properly, including ensuring the car seats are clean and comfortable for passengers.
- Ensure availability and functionality of vehicle tools, and first aid kits (ensure the kit is updated and exhaustive).
- Ensure all vehicle permits (insurance, road safety sticker, etc.) are available and up to date.
- Maintain proper and clean appearance of the assigned vehicle inside at all times and outside when conditions permits.
- Ensure that only HJFMRI personnel are driving in the assigned vehicle. The Operations Director must authorize non-HJFRMI staff to drive in the assigned HJFMRI program vehicle.
- Map out driving routes ahead of time to determine the most expedient route.
- Assist with inspecting hired vehicles to determine their suitability to support HJFMRI Tanzania program activities.
- Assist HJFMRI passenger-staff with loading and unloading their luggage.
- Perform
other administrative tasks as assigned by supervisor (including
messenger services and other clerical tasks) that are necessary to
achieve the objectives of this position.
- Certificate of Secondary Education Examination, Advanced Driving Certificate from VETA or National Institute of Transportation required.
- At least three (3) years’ experience driving a range of vehicles. Experience working with international NGOs in a cross-cultural setting is preferred.
- Valid Class "C" driving license.
- In-depth knowledge of the Tanzania Road Traffic Act and its amendments, Tanzania laws, driving protocol and courtesies, and Tanzania roads and conditions.
- Experience working with international NGOs in a cross-cultural setting is preferred.
- Demonstrate high integrity and strong values, including confidentiality.
- Ability to travel up to 90% of the time within the HJFMRI Tanzania program supported regions.
- Detail-oriented (attentive to details) and able to perform in a high-pressure environment.
- Must have a clean driving record.
- Flexible (open towards new demands, new technologies, new cultures, new work locations, etc.).
- Must have vehicle maintenance and minor repair skills, including four wheels drive vehicles.
- Demonstrate high integrity and strong values, including confidentiality.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft office applications.
- Ability to multitask and work under minimum supervision.
- Able to work in a multicultural environment.
Job Identification 10912
Posting Date 30/03/2026, 18:30
Apply Before 10/04/2026, 04:00
Degree Level High School Graduate
Job Schedule Full time
Locations HJF MEDICAL RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL (HJFMRI), MBEYA, TZ Sokoine Drive/Ohio Street, Dar es Salaam, DS, TZ
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