Job vacancies at Corus International, February 2025
Lutheran World Relief, a member of Corus International, has been operating in Tanzania since 1963. Corus International oversees a group of renowned organizations dedicated to providing comprehensive, sustainable solutions aimed at eradicating extreme poverty permanently. With 150 years of collective experience across its brands, we are a global leader in international development. Our diverse subsidiaries, both nonprofit and for-profit, include IMA World Health and its fundraising arm Corus World Health, Lutheran World Relief, CGA Technologies, Ground Up Investing, and Farmers Market Brands.
Position: DRIVERS (Positions 3)
JOB ID- 3654562
We are looking to hire Drivers for a five-year USDA project aimed at developing and transforming the small and medium enterprise (SMEs) poultry value chain into a sustainable commercial business in Tanzania. The project will focus on enhancing the feed sector, integrating climate-smart technologies, improving animal health management practices, building capacity in agricultural finance services, and strengthening extension and service providers in Mbeya, Iringa, Songwe, and Rukwa regions. The positions will be based in Mbeya, Iringa, and Rukwa. Kindly specify your preferred location in the subject line of your application letter.
Job Summary
The driver’s role will be to operate vehicles and transport cargo and/or passengers for our organization. The drivers must have a safe driving record, follow all state and national driving laws, rules, and regulations. In this position, s/he will follow prearranged routes to destinations or use maps and GPS to navigate routes. They will also maintain vehicle upkeep and cleanliness.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Drive vehicles as directed and perform basic maintenance procedures to ensure the longest working life possible for these vital capital equipment
- Keep track of maintenance record of vehicle (s) to ensure that service schedules are adhered to and to remind the employer in advance when vehicle service is due
- Deliver parcels, letters and other relevant items to office and businesses as appropriate and while on safari when directed
- Drive long distances with or without LWR Staff when required and adhere with the rules and regulations
- Ensure necessary steps are taken as required by rules and regulations in case of involvement in an accident
- Ensure that the vehicle is always clean and in good order and all the documentation e.g. Insurance & Road license are up to date
- Ensure the vehicle is kept secure at all times
- Ensure vehicle is given regular/day-to-day maintenance checks: check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc
- Take account of all available information on road conditions, accessible routes and locations (including current radio news on traffic conditions) to update daily
- Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs, prepare vehicle spare parts inventory
- Prepare and submit vehicle monitoring report, including records of vehicle operations, maintenance, expenses, and mileage at end of each month
Education & Experience
- The candidates must have at least Form IV education and above
- Possess a class C driving license.
- At least advanced driver’s certificate grade two from National Institute of Transport or any recognized Institute
- At least three (3) years of experience in driving
- Previous experience working with an INGO will be an added advantage
- Good driving record with no major accidents in the past 2 years
- Proficiency in Swahili and basic understanding of English is required
Lutheran World Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). For full Job Description and to apply for this position please visit our careers page on our website https://corusinternational.org or follow link below;
or send your application through: jobstanzania@lwr.org by February 28, 2025