Project Driver – Birth Companionship

Thamini Uhai, formerly World Lung foundation, is a Tanzanian non-governmental organization 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 and, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Local Government Authorities, piloted birth companionship project nine (9) public health facilities in Kigoma Region from 2017 to 2018 and scaled birth companionship 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 national eLearning platform, contributed to revision of Labour ward designs to accommodate privacy and contributed to the development of national guideline on integrating gender and respectful care into RMNCAH services. The organization 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 sensitization, and capacity building on supportive care during Labour using the Labour Care Guide, complemented by supportive supervision and mentorship. Position description Department: Finance and Operations Reports to: Project and Finance Assistant Assignment type: Full-time Location: Mwanza Length: One year Position summary The Program Driver will support logistics and driving project vehicles during local travel needs for Thamini Uhai program staff, partners and other project implementation teams in the project covered regions and other regions for various project related official activities. He will report to the Project and Finance Assistant. Key responsibilities – Drive vehicle for official travel and business as guided – Act as primary driver to pick up, drop off, and transport Thamini Uhai staff throughout project covered regions, other regions for various project related official meetings in Tanzania. – Maintain high standard of service to both internal and external guests. – Ensure punctuality and safe transport. – Observing the road and traffic laws and regulations of the United Republic of Tanzania. – Apply additional caution for safety of themselves, Thamini Uhai staff, and other drivers on the road. – Ensure that safe driving practices are adhered, including local driving codes and internally agreed standards. – Alcohol must not be consumed or kept or stored in the vehicle whilst on duty. – Ensure vehicles are kept clean, tidy and in good working condition always – Always assist with loading and unloading materials in vehicles, keeping vehicle always secure. – Ensure vehicle is given regular/day-to-day maintenance: check oil, water, battery, brakes, tyres, etc. – Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs, prepare vehicle spare parts inventory – Taking account of all available information on road conditions, accessible routes, and locations. (including current radio news on traffic conditions) to update daily – Keep an accurate schedule of driving assignments and arrive on time for pick-ups and drop offs – In case of accident or other incident occurs, follow Thamini Uhai safety protocol and insurance policies and procedures. – Prepare and submit vehicle monitoring reports, including records of vehicle operations, maintenance, expenses, mileage, at end of each month. – Assisting the Field team whenever required – Assist the Project and Finance Assistant to ensure vehicle insurance and registration are updated according to schedule. Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, etc. Required qualifications – CSEE or equivalent qualification. – Minimum 3 years’ professional driving experience. – Valid Tanzanian driving licence – Advanced Driving Certificate from NIT or VETA – Experience in driving 4WD and long-distance vehicles. – Experience in working with NGOs is an added advantage – Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge. 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. – Punctual, reliable, and responsible. – Good record-keeping and reporting skills. – High integrity and professionalism. – Ability to work flexible hours and travel as required

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