Nafasi ya kazi :- Driver (3 Posts) at STEPS Tanzania September 2025

Driver Job Opportunity at STEPS Tanzania

About STEPS Tanzania

STEPS Tanzania is a non-governmental, not-for-profit organization established in 2017 and officially registered in November 2019 under the Non-Governmental Organizations Act No. 24 of 2002, with registration number 00/NGO/R/0810. STEPS Tanzania is committed to community-driven solutions, addressing interconnected development challenges. The organization works closely with national and international partners, with strong collaborations with the Government. Its multidisciplinary team comprises experts in public health, adult education, socio-economic development, administration and management, civil society engagement, gender and youth issues, research, learning, and technology.

Through Global Fund Cycle 7 (GFC7) Grant support, STEPS Tanzania implements the essential TB/HIV Community-based Program (Oct 2025–Dec 2026) in support of the national effort to sustain and expand community HIV and TB services. The GFC7 community-based program is implemented in collaboration with Lead CSO-Christian, covering community-based TB/HIV services across 185 councils. It prioritizes peer-led service delivery and integration with Local Government Authorities.

The main goals of the program are:

• Reduce new HIV infections by 85% (from 2010 baseline) by 2025.
• Reduce mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) to <4% at the end of breastfeeding by 2025.
• Reduce AIDS-related deaths by 80% from the 2010 baseline.
• Reduce HIV-related stigma to <5% by 2025.
• Reduce TB incidence and mortality through enhanced detection, treatment, and prevention.

Job Opportunity: Driver (3 Posts)

STEPS Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer that provides a competitive compensation package to selected candidates, considering their salary history, academic qualifications, and relevant experience. We are currently inviting motivated and dedicated individuals to apply for the Driver position in our zonal implementation regions.

Reports to: STEPS Administration Officer

Duty Station: Dar es Salaam and Mbeya

Work Environment: Office-based, 60% field travel required, 10% on-call duty.

Job Summary: The Driver will perform duties of driving the project vehicle to assure safe transportation of authorized personnel and/or equipment/supplies from various destinations. S/he has to ensure the vehicle is kept safe and secured.

Main Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide periodic usage reports of the vehicle, including total mileage, fuel consumption, and any other related expenditure.
• Follow and abide by traffic rules, regulations, the driver safety manual, and any other instructions given by the supervisor or management.
• Ensure the filling of the logbook for each travel allocated.
• Handle the transport of all staff, visitors, and equipment/materials as required.
• Maintain vehicles, including fuel, lubrication, oil, interior, and exterior.
• Prepare mileage and fuel consumption reports.
• Report and supervise all maintenance and repair needs of the assigned vehicle.
• Maintain vehicle first aid kit, communication equipment, and fire extinguisher.
• Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors.
• Ensure all major incidents are reported immediately, e.g., renewal of insurance cover, car accidents.
• Ensure the vehicle is always in good running condition through daily checks.
• Ensure timely servicing and maintenance of the vehicle as per schedule and report mechanical issues promptly.
• Support logistics and administrative functions when needed.
• Adhere strictly to government, organizational, and donor road security and safety procedures/policies.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Certificate of Secondary Education or Driving Certificate from a reputable driving college.
• Certificate of Advanced Driving Course from NIT or VETA.
• Driving License class B, C, D, and E.
• At least three years of work experience as a driver, with international organizations or local NGOs.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and the ability to perform routine checks (e.g., oil changes, tire rotations) can be valuable.
• Ability to adapt to different weather conditions, traffic situations, and road environments is important.
• Awareness of and adherence to all road safety regulations and protocols.

Core Competencies and Skills:

• Strong problem-solving, planning, and communication skills.
• Ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Good oral communication ability in both Swahili and English.
• Flexibility and ability to work with different people.

How to Apply

Applicants are requested to submit their cover letter, CV, and copies of relevant academic transcripts and professional awards. All documents should be combined into a single PDF not exceeding 10 pages and sent to [email protected].

Applications should be addressed to: Executive Director STEPS Tanzania Head Office P.O. Box 33307 Kijitonyama, Kinondoni Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Closing Date: All applications should be sent before 10th October 2025, at 1600hrs. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Additional Information

STEPS Tanzania is committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment, ensuring all staff contribute to the national effort to combat TB and HIV through innovative and community-driven solutions.