Project Driver – Birth Companionship

Thamini Uhai Job Vacancies

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 a birth companionship project in 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 the national eLearning platform, contributed to the revision of Labour ward designs to accommodate privacy, and contributed to the development of national guidelines 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. In this regard, Thamini Uhai wishes to recruit for the following position:

Project Driver – Birth Companionship (1 Position)

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, and other regions for various project-related official meetings in Tanzania.
• Maintain a high standard of service to both internal and external guests.
• Ensure punctuality and safe transport.
• Observe the road and traffic laws and regulations of the United Republic of Tanzania.
• Apply additional caution for the safety of themselves, Thamini Uhai staff, and other drivers on the road.
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• Ensure that safe driving practices are adhered to, 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 the vehicle always secure.
• Ensure the 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.
• Take 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 an 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, and mileage, at the end of each month.
• Assist 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.
• A. 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.
• B. 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.
• How to Apply
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a cover letter and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) as one consolidated PDF document to
• [email protected]
• with the subject line of the position applied. Applicants are required to include three (3) professional referees with valid contact details in their CV. The deadline for submission is 12th November 2026. Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Non-discrimination Note
• Diversity, fairness, and merit drive our recruitment, which is aligned with the organization’s mission, vision, and values.