Driver

NEW JOB ALERT: DRIVER

Project HOPE Namibia – MA (PHN-MA) / Africa Public Health Network (APHN)

Location: Thyolo

Job Type: Full Time – 3 Month Fixed-term Contract (Renewable depending on the availability of funds)

Deadline: 5:00pm on Tuesday, 29th September 2026

ABOUT THE ROLE

Project HOPE Namibia – MA (PHN-MA), a member of Africa Public Health Network (APHN), is seeking a qualified Driver for the Ana ndi Achinyamata Patsogolo Activity (ANAPA) project. The Driver will perform tasks related to driving vehicles of ANAPA under PHN-MA in a safe and economical manner, in conjunction with PHN policy and the traffic laws and regulations of Malawi. Reporting to the Head Driver.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE)

Minimum of 3 Years work experience as a professional driver

Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

High level of integrity

Ability to understand and fix minor motor vehicle mechanical problems

Commitment to developing and staying up to date on company policies, practices, and trends

Valid Driving license

Valid Defensive driving Certificate

Supervises: None

Minimum Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Number Required: 1

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

➤ Transportation & Safety: Transport PHN staff and visitors as instructed

➤ Always ensure the safety of passengers and luggage

➤ Observe speed limits and all PHN travel guidelines

➤ Ensure proper communication procedures

➤ Vehicle Maintenance: Maintain vehicles allocated in sound mechanical condition

➤ Ensure washing & general cleaning of vehicles is maintained

➤ Ensure that vehicles are fueled and serviced promptly

➤ Report any faults/breakdowns & accidents immediately to the Logistics Officer

➤ Ensure First Aid Kits are complete, and spare & tools are in allocated vehicles

➤ Ensure that vehicle tools are always kept in allocated vehicles

➤ Perform minor repairs as required and recommend major cases to the garage

➤ Road test and certify all vehicles from the garages

➤ Record Keeping: Ensure that all vehicles have log sheets and pens

➤ Maintain accurate vehicle records to ensure that all trips, fuel fill-ups, time and mileage readings are recorded

➤ Ensure fuel fill ups entry is made in the log sheet timely

➤ Ensure vehicle request forms are filled in and submitted for travel allocation to Logistics Officer

➤ Submit all vehicle log sheets monthly to the Logistics Officer

➤ Ensure to check vehicle on a daily basis and submit a check list report to Logistics Officer

➤ Submit a field trip report after every trip to the Logistics Officer

➤ Submit vehicle repair reports to the Logistics Officer every time before and after repairs

➤ Delivering and Receiving Mail: Prompt delivery of all mail and maintain records on delivery book, including cheques and equipment

➤ Check in the post office for mail on a regular basis

➤ Receive mail from partners and sub-offices and hand it over to the Logistics Officer

➤ Check on Vehicle Comprehensive, 3rd Party Insurance and Certificate of Fitness: Ensure that vehicle comprehensive and 3rd party insurance are valid

➤ Ensure that the vehicle certificate of fitness is valid

➤ Inform Logistics Officer 3 weeks in advance of renewals

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications and experience are requested to submit their Curriculum Vitae with 3 traceable referees, cover letter together with copies of certificates to the email address below not later than 5:00pm on Tuesday, 29th September 2026, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Note: Please clearly indicate the position title in the email subject.

Email: recruitmentmw@africaphn.org