Driver

Job Title: Driver
Unit Service Unit
Duty Station: Lilongwe (with extensive travel to districts)
Reporting: Head of Logistics
Application Deadline: 7 June 2026

RESPONSIBILITIES

The driver is responsible for the

• Safe and responsible driving of office vehicles.
• Routine maintenance and care of office vehicles.
• Takes careful note of all available information concerning street conditions, effective routes and locations.
• Running of official errands and assisting with other office services.
• Contribute to the organization of the Cluster carpool and coordinate and exchange with other driver colleagues.

TASKS

Within this context, s/he fulfils the following tasks:

Driving and Chauffeuring

• Drive office vehicles safely and chauffeur office staff, official visitors and guests to official destinations.
• Assists in the transport of goods.

Maintenance of Cars

• Regularly cleans the inside and outside of the office vehicle inside.
• Checks oil, water, brake and clutch fluids daily; tyre pressures, battery water, and overall vehicle condition monthly or after 5000 km whichever comes earlier; tests lights, brakes, bodywork for dents, etc.
• Is responsible for project vehicle documents and its care, keeps vehicle logbook daily and registers each monthly check.
• Reports the need for maintenance and undertakes minor repairs.
• Immediately reports any involvement of the office vehicle in any, even minor accidents, or any damage or theft of equipment from the vehicle.

Road Information

• Uses all available information (incl. actual radio news on traffic situations) to update. knowledge of street conditions, effective routes and locations daily.
• Exchanges this information with other office drivers.

General Services

• Serves all passengers in a friendly and timely manner
• Runs errands for the office, e.g. delivery of letters/messages, payment of bills, and makes minor purchases of office supplies.
• Accomplishes the “logbook” correctly and accurately.
• Does not use the car for his/her own private purposes at any time without prior permission from the Team Leader/Head of Logistics or his/her assigned deputy. Such misuse of the vehicle is considered a serious misconduct and will immediately lead to a warning and may result in dismissal.

Other Duties/Additional Tasks

• If there is no outside driving activity, s/he stands by in the office, supports other colleagues in case of need, and does other office work as assigned
• Reports any incident whilst off duty that may affect his/her driving licence entitlement, as well as any newly known health problems that may affect his/her ability to drive
• Assists in and/or carries out other activities and any tasks as assigned
• Undertakes further job training related to his/her position and duties, if required. Special training programs shall be identified and selected jointly with the Director of Administration.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES

Qualifications

• Possess Malawi School certificate of Education MSCE with 5 years of professional driving experience or Junior Certificate of Education with 10 years of professional driving experience
• Must possess a valid and up-to-date driver’s license

Professional experience 

• Up to date defensive driving certificates.
• 5 years of driving experience in the public sector or an international organization is an advantage.

General working experience

• Able to provide basic first aid
• Able to work in a team and independently with minimum supervision is a must.
• Good time management, structure and well organized
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
• Proven ability to perform minor vehicle maintenance tasks (e.g., checking fluid levels, tire pressure)
• Honest and trustworthy with the ability to manage company resources (vehicles, fuel, etc.) responsibly.

GIZ is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals regardless of gender, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, age, or any other protected characteristic. We embrace diversity and believe that inclusivity in the workplace is essential to our success, and we are committed to creating a work environment where all employees are valued and respected.

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