Driver

Amref Health Africa was founded in 1957 and has since grown to become the largest African-based international health development organisation; currently implementing more than 180 programs, reaching more than 40 million people across 35 African countries; and a staff complement of over 2,000. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, Amref Health Africa has offices in ten countries in Africa – Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Guinea (Conakry), Kenya, Malawi, Senegal, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. An additional eleven advocacy and fundraising offices are located in Europe and North America. 

Amref Health Africa is driven by its vision of ‘Lasting health change in Africa’ and its mission ‘To catalyze and drive community-led and people-centred health systems while addressing social determinants of health’. We believe that the power to transform Africa's health lies within its communities, and therefore strive to ensure that health systems are not only functional but that communities are empowered to hold these systems accountable for the delivery of quality and affordable health care.

1. Organization Overview

Amref Health Africa is the largest African-led international health development organization headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. Founded nearly 60 years ago as the Flying Doctors of East Africa, has been serving to bring critical health services to remote communities. Amref Health Africa has been active in Ethiopia since the 1960’s. The organization became fully operational and registered in the country as an international NGO in 2002, and actively engaged in RMNCAH, WASH, communicable and non-communicable diseases, youth development programs, emergency programs with gender and health system strengthening as cross cutting throughout its projects and programs.

1. Position Objective

Amref Health Africa in Ethiopia is looking for a skilled and professional driver to support its project implementation by providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services. The driver will be responsible for transporting staff, goods, and documents securely while ensuring vehicles are well-maintained and travel routes are optimized. Additionally, the driver will offer essential administrative and logistical support to facilitate smooth project operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, adherence to safety standards, and strong organizational skills to contribute effectively to the organization's mission.

1. Duties and Responsibilities

Driving & Transport Services;

• Safely operate the assigned vehicle to transport staff, goods, and official documents for work-related purposes
• Plan and follow optimal travel routes with attention to safety, fuel efficiency, and timely arrival
• Maintain accurate records of trips, mileage, fuel usage, and destinations in logbooks and the ERP system
• Safeguard the vehicle and its contents at all times, ensuring the driver’s license remains valid and available

Vehicle Care & Maintenance;

• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, checking oil, coolant, water, tire pressure, battery, brakes, lights, and other essential systems
• Ensure vehicles are regularly cleaned, serviced, and maintained in good mechanical condition
• Refuel vehicles according to organizational fuel policy and accurately record all fuel usage

Logistical & Administrative Support;

• Collect and deliver goods, supplies, and official documents to designated project areas or offices in a timely and secure manner
• Provide logistical and venue support for field events, workshops, and training sessions
• Submit all vehicle-related receipts (fuel, per-diem, accommodation, etc.) accurately and on time for settlement

Safety and Compliance;

• Ensure the safety of passengers, vehicles, and all organizational property at all times
• Promptly report accidents, theft, or damage to the line manager and complete an accident report as required
• Participate in safety and defensive driving training programs as instructed

Other Duties;

• Perform ad-hoc transport and logistical tasks as assigned by the supervisor

Required Number:

• One (1) position is available for each duty station.

1. Minimum Requirements

• The job holder is expected to complete High school (Grade 10 or 12) and have renewed 3rd level or Public-1 driving license with defensive driving certification.
• The Job holder should have at least 4 to 6 years of full-time driving experience. Experience in the NGO sector is an added value

1. Skills

• Safe and defensive driving skills.
• Good knowledge of local roads, routes, and traffic patterns.
• Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
• Basic mechanical knowledge for minor vehicle maintenance.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and in emergencies.
• Teamwork and customer service orientation.
• Accurate recordkeeping, documentation, and reporting (mileage, fuel, trips, expenses) using ERP systems and basic computer skills.

Application Note:

• When applying for the role, please clearly indicate in your cover letter the specific duty station you are applying for.

Your application should include a cover letter detailing why you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and experience. Closing date will be on Tuesday, 17 March 2026. 

Amref Health Africa does not require applicants to pay any money at whatever stage of the recruitment and selection process and has not retained any agent in connection with recruitment. Although Amref may use different job boards from time to time to further spread its reach for applicants, all open vacancies are published on our website under the Vacancies page and on our official social media pages. Kindly also note that official emails from Amref Health Africa will arrive from an @amref.org address.

Amref Health Africa is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Amref Health Africa is is dedicated to diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer with a non-smoking environment policy.