Maternity Africa ( www.maternityafrica.org ) is a local, donor-funded, Christian nonprofit NGO registered in Tanzania. Based outside Arusha, it is devoted to helping make childbirth safe and to treating obstetrical fistula and other birth-induced injuries. We support local communities, provide information to keep mothers and babies healthy, as well as excellent medical care and training to help ensure safer deliveries.

Temporary/Part-Time Driver
Maternity Africa is seeking to recruit a Driver on a part-time agreement for a specific period.

The successful candidate will:

Main duties and Responsibilities
• To provide a professional and caring service for all patients whilst in the care of Medical Services
• To ensure that at all times patient safety remains paramount and that safe systems of work are adhered to regarding wheel chairs, clamps, seat belts etc.
• At all times follow Organisational Standing Operational Procedures for the collection, transport and handover of patients.
• Keeping the interior and exterior of the vehicle in a clean and tidy state.
• Carry out risk assessments to assess hazards, then implement safe systems of work and reduce risks to yourself, patients and other persons involved.
• Complete a vehicle check before every duty including the working order of the vehicle.
• Report defects and deficiencies of the vehicle and equipment, and replace all items of vehicle inventory used.
• Providing social care in non-emergency situations.
• To maintain the vehicle and equipment in accordance with the organisations infection control policy.
• Ensure a vehicle accident pack is kept on board the vehicle at all times and report any vehicle damage in accordance with company policy and procedures.
• It is of primary importance that the speed limit is adhered to in all cases, and that driving is safe and the patient is comfortable.

Qualifications and Requirement
• Must have at least O-level (Secondary Level) education.
• Relevant driving qualifications from National Institute of Transportation (NIT).
• Must have Motor Vehicle Mechanics training and experience.
• Good interpersonal skills, with a caring and polite manner
• Must have a valid Tanzanian driving licence
• 3+ relevant working experience