Driver

The Gender & Justice Unit

Our valued client, The Gender & Justice Unit, a mission-driven organization, is looking to engage a dedicated and high-performing professional to support its growing portfolio of work. The position offers an opportunity to work in a purpose-led environment where innovation, accountability, and impact are highly valued.

Job Details

Position DRIVER
Reports To HR and Admin Officer
Location Lilongwe, Malawi (frequent nationwide travel)
Contract Type Full-time, Permanent (subject to organisational funding)
Strategic Pillars Pillar 3 (Community Engagement), Pillar 5 (Operations)

Position Summary

The Driver provides safe, reliable transportation for GJU staff, beneficiaries, and materials across programme activities including mobile courts, legal clinics, paralegal support visits, and community engagements. This role requires exceptional discretion and sensitivity when transporting GBV survivors, understanding of safeguarding protocols, and willingness to travel extensively to rural areas across all regions.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Safely transport staff and visitors to WOJAM mobile courts, legal clinics, and paralegal support visits across 11+ locations
  2. Transport GBV survivors to courts, hospitals, and safe houses with utmost discretion and sensitivity
  3. Conduct daily vehicle checks; maintain vehicles through regular servicing
  4. Complete vehicle logbooks accurately; maintain fuel records and current documentation
  5. Support logistics including delivery of materials, documents, and programme supplies
  6. Ensure compliance with safeguarding and safety protocols in all field operations

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE)
  • Valid Class C1 driver’s license with clean driving record
  • Minimum 5 years’ driving experience, preferably with NGO or corporate organisation
  • Defensive driving certification preferred; basic vehicle maintenance knowledge
  • Professional, discreet demeanour; understanding of GBV sensitivity and confidentiality
  • Excellent knowledge of Malawi road network; willingness to travel frequently to rural areas

How to Apply

The role is more than just a transport provider; they are the frontline of GJU’s field operations, ensuring that survivors and legal teams reach their destinations safely and with dignity. If you are a professional, discreet, and experienced driver with a commitment to safeguarding, they want you on their team.

Please submit your CV, a cover letter detailing your relevant technical experience, and copies of your academic qualifications to jobs@careersmw.com

Closing Date: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until Monday, 16th February 2026.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The Gender & Justice Unit is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender or background.