The Driver Cum Mechanic will provide driving and logistical support to all Pre-Service
Training (PST) activities in Muheza, Korogwe, Dodoma and Morogoro during PST Implementation for specific period. S/he will be responsible for basic Peace Corps vehicle maintenance; Drive Staff, Volunteers, Trainees and other Peace Corps guests. S/he will frequently be called upon to assist with logistics and support of trainees, as well as other duties as assigned.


Responsibilities Include:
  • Safely drive staff, volunteers and guests in official Peace Corps Tanzania vehicles; obey all traffic laws; only drive vehicles which have been checked and cleared as road worthy; and accurately log all vehicle trips in Vehicle Log Books.
  • Ensure adequate fuel, supplies and resources for all trips.
  • Ensure the security of Peace Corps vehicles by locking vehicles and parking vehicles in secure areas. r.
  • Perform daily/weekly mechanic checks as per checklist for all assigned vehicles.
  • Perform regular maintenance and minor repairs and troubleshooting.
  • Other tasks as assigned by the Training Manager and/or his/her appointee.

Minimum Qualifications
Form Four Certificate with class C driving license; Mechanics Certificate from a recognized institution – Trade Test I or II and above; relevant driving experience of at least 4 years with a clean record are required. Proven knowledge of roads and towns throughout Tanzania; good spoken English; ability to work with minimal supervision; Training in motor vehicle mechanics; ability to work well within a team; prior experience working with NGOs is desirable; at least 2 years’ experience working with an International Organization preferable.
Application Procedures:
Applications must be received no later than November 15, 2017. Please email a cover letter, CV, personal address and contact information, along with full names and specific contact info of your references to applicants@tz.peacecorps.gov with “Training Position Application” in the subject line. If necessary, applications can be posted to the attention of: Director of Management & Operations, Temporary Driver Position Application, U.S. Peace Corps Tanzania, P. 0. Box 9123, Dar es Salaam.
APPLY ONLINE THROUGH
EMAIL: applicants@tz.peacecorps.gov
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Source: The Guardian November 01, 2017
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