Project Driver – Birth Companionship Job Vacancy at Thamini Uhai – Mwanza, November 2026

Thamini Uhai | 1 Position

Posted: 5 November 2026
Application Deadline: 12 November 2026
Location: Mwanza, Tanzania
Job Category: Driver Jobs
Employment Type: Full-Time
Assignment Duration: One Year
Department: Finance and Operations
Reports To: Project and Finance Assistant

About Thamini Uhai

Thamini Uhai, formerly World Lung Foundation, is a Tanzanian non-governmental organisation 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. In collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Local Government Authorities, the organisation piloted a birth companionship project in nine public health facilities in Kigoma Region from 2017 to 2018. The initiative was subsequently scaled up 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 the national eLearning platform, contributed to revisions of labour ward designs to accommodate privacy, and supported the development of national guidelines on integrating gender and respectful care into RMNCAH services.

The organisation 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 sensitisation, and capacity building on supportive care during labour using the Labour Care Guide, complemented by supportive supervision and mentorship.

To support the implementation of this project, Thamini Uhai is seeking to recruit a qualified candidate for the following position.

Project Driver – Birth Companionship (1 Position)

Position Summary

The Project Driver will support logistics and drive project vehicles to meet local travel needs for Thamini Uhai programme staff, partners and other project implementation teams within the project-covered regions and other regions for various official project-related activities.

The successful candidate will report to the Project and Finance Assistant.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive vehicles for official travel and business as guided.

• Act as the primary driver responsible for picking up, dropping off and transporting Thamini Uhai staff throughout project-covered regions and other regions for official project-related meetings in Tanzania.

• Maintain a high standard of service to both internal and external guests.

• Ensure punctuality and safe transportation.

• Observe the road and traffic laws and regulations of the United Republic of Tanzania.

• Exercise additional caution to ensure the safety of themselves, Thamini Uhai staff and other road users.

• Ensure that safe driving practices are followed, including local driving codes and internally agreed standards.

• Ensure that alcohol is neither consumed nor kept or stored in the vehicle while on duty.

• Ensure vehicles are kept clean, tidy and in good working condition at all times.

• Assist with loading and unloading materials in vehicles, ensuring that the vehicle is always secure.

• Ensure vehicles receive regular and day-to-day maintenance, including checking oil, water, battery, brakes, tyres and other essential components.

• Perform minor repairs and arrange for other necessary repairs.

• Prepare and maintain vehicle spare parts inventories.

• Take account of all available information on road conditions, accessible routes and locations, including current radio news on traffic conditions, and provide daily updates.

• Maintain an accurate schedule of driving assignments and arrive on time for pick-ups and drop-offs.

• In the event of an accident or other incident, follow Thamini Uhai safety protocols and insurance policies and procedures.

• Prepare and submit monthly vehicle monitoring reports, including records of vehicle operations, maintenance, expenses and mileage.

• Assist the field team whenever required.

• Assist the Project and Finance Assistant in ensuring that vehicle insurance and registration are updated according to schedule.

• Maintain records of official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes and other vehicle-related activities.

Required Qualifications

• Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) or equivalent qualification.

• Minimum of three (3) years of professional driving experience.

• Valid Tanzanian driving licence.

• Advanced Driving Certificate from NIT or VETA.

• Experience driving 4WD and long-distance vehicles.

• Experience working with NGOs will be an added advantage.

• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance.

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.

• Punctuality, reliability and responsibility.

• Good record-keeping and reporting skills.

• High integrity and professionalism.

• Ability to work flexible hours and travel as required.

How to Apply

Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to submit the following application documents:

1. Cover letter.

2. Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).

The cover letter and CV must be combined into one consolidated PDF document and submitted via email.

Application Email: hr@thaminiuhai.or.tz

Email Subject: Project Driver – Birth Companionship

Applicants are required to include three (3) professional referees with valid contact details in their CV.

Application Deadline: 12 November 2026

Non-Discrimination Note

Diversity, fairness and merit drive Thamini Uhai’s recruitment process, which is aligned with the organisation’s mission, vision and values.

Important: Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.