DRIVERS

From the Daily news of 22nd April
Position: Five (5) Drivers Duty station: Njombe Position Type: Full Time
The Private Forest Programme (PFP) aims at increasing rural income in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania through developing sustainable and profitable forestry and value addition in the entire production value chain from quality seeds to quality products in the markets. The programme will be implemented through tree growers associations (TGAS) to be organized in the project area. PFP will support sustainable and participatory land use planning, and develop the capacities of tree growers, SMEs and extension and business service providers. The programme will be implemented in Njombe, Mufindi, Kilolo, Makete, Ludewa and Kilombero districts. The programme key implementing entities and partners include the Ministry of Natural Resource and Tourism, the Tanzania Forest Services, District Councils of the area, training and research organizations, TGAs and their district apex entities as well as medium and large-scale private forestry plantation owners/wood processors. The programme is funded by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland.
The Private Forestry Programme is implemented by a consortium formed by Indufor Oy and Niras Finland. The programme started it operations in January 2014 and is looking for five competent Drivers.
Under the direction of Administrative assistant, the Drivers will be responsible for maintain and driving the cars.
¬POSITION DESCRIPTION:. Applications are invited to fill the position of Drivers as described below.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES;
Operates assigned vehicle in a safe and courteous manner; Maintains defensive driving;
Provides a communication link between clients and staff,
Assists passengers, including handicapped, in and out of the vehicle; operates ramps, lifts and securement devices as
needed;
Reads and interprets maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service for staff, and reads and interprets
road signs; Presents safety briefing to passengers prior to each trip departure;
Keeps the assigned vehicle(s) clean inside and outside;
Maintains accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, accident
reports, vehicle condition reports and other records that are requested from management;
Performs minor maintenance tasks on assigned vehicle(s) as required; Fuels the assigned vehicle(s);
Perform and assist in any other task required by the programme e.g. such as doing errands, purchasing items for the office, delivering items.
Coordinates the schedule for major or periodic vehicle maintenance with management and staff to minimize service interruptions;
QUALIFICATIONS:
Acceptable Experience and Training:
Must have completed Secondary School and know how to read, write and count; must be a minimum of 25 years of age,
and possess and maintain a safe and clean driving record of at least two years.
Certificates and Licenses Required:
Must possess a valid Tanzanian driver's license Class C. Those with Trade test
or motor mechanics training will have an advantage.
Duration: until 31.12.2017

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

- If you think you meet the job requirements, please send your application letter, current CV and names of two referees to the following email address by Email: ssh@niras.com copy to asatham@hotmail.com Or Post to:

Niras Tanzania Ltd,
P.O. Box 23070,
Dar es Salaam.

The applications must be received by 28 of April 2014. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.