Job Vacancy: Driver and Administrative Assistant

Company: Pathfinder International

Job Category: Administration

Requisition Number: DRIVE002272

Employment Type: Full-Time

Workplace Type: On-site

Location: Zanzibar, Tanzania

Posted Date: May 4, 2026

Position Overview

The project Driver will ensure that assigned vehicles are properly driven and maintained to effectively support the implementation of program activities at the local level. Additionally, this role provides logistical and administrative backup support to the respective field office.

Major Activities and Responsibilities

Vehicle Operations and Maintenance

• General Driving: Drive assigned Pathfinder vehicles to authorized areas while strictly adhering to Pathfinder policies and local traffic regulations.

• Safety and Security: Ensure designated vehicles are fully operational, licensed, and insured in compliance with the law. Ensure all passengers are securely belted before embarking on any trip.

• Daily Inspections: Conduct daily pre-inspection tests on the assigned vehicle, including checking oil levels, water levels, tire pressure, and brake fluid levels.

• Defect Reporting: Promptly report any vehicle accidents or defects to the supervisor of record.

• Record Keeping: Accurately record mileage in the logbook and submit monthly mileage summaries to the Finance department.

Administrative and Logistics Support

• Field Office Support: Work closely with the project team to extend backup support on secretarial duties, including printing, photocopying, scanning, handling office retirements, and procuring office items.

• Daily Administration: Assist with daily office administrative tasks such as provisioning supplies, filing, sorting mail, and handling courier or mail delivery using the assigned vehicle.

• Inventory Coordination: Load and unload supplies from the vehicle, and organize or arrange items systematically in the storeroom.

• Project Participation: Lead, manage, or participate in cross-functional project teams and assist with logistics or data collection specific to the project.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education and Work Experience

• Education: Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.

• Licensing: Clean and valid driving license of the appropriate class complying with the laws of the United Republic of Tanzania.

• Certification: Driving certificate, preferably from the National Institute of Transport (NIT) or VETA.

• Experience: 2 to 3 years of relevant work experience. Experience working with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) is preferred.

• Clearance: Valid Certificate of Good Conduct.

• Asset: A Certificate of Driving Ethics from a recognized institution like NIT is an additional advantage.

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Must have the full ability to drive the assigned vehicle and see 20/20 (with corrective lenses if necessary).

• Ability to travel frequently (at least 50% travel required as part of the job).

Competencies

Job-Specific Competencies

• Motor Safety Regulations: Proven ability to drive safely and securely according to country and local specific regulations.

• Vehicle Maintenance: Proven ability to check vehicles to ensure they are fully operational, roadworthy, and safe.

• Record Keeping: Advanced knowledge of completing required mileage logs accurately.

Organizational Competencies

• Languages: Proven ability to communicate effectively in local Swahili and English.

• Software Applications: Foundational knowledge of using MS Office software, specifically MS Word and MS Outlook.

• Communication: Advanced oral and written communication skills.

• Sector Commitment: Foundational knowledge of, and demonstrated commitment to, family planning, reproductive health principles, gender equality, maternal and child health services, and the eradication of harmful traditional practices.

• Professional Attributes: Advanced customer service skills, strong attention to detail, ability to multitask, and the ability to manage stress effectively in a fast-paced or matrixed organizational environment.

Institutional Policies

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Pathfinder International provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by local laws.

Safeguarding and Protection

Pathfinder maintains a zero-tolerance policy for any behavior that inflicts harm on children, young people, adults, staff, and partners, including sexual abuse, harassment, bullying, and exploitation. The successful candidate will be subject to a rigorous range of vetting checks legally permitted in Tanzania.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your application through the official Pathfinder International careers portal under Requisition Number DRIVE002272.

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