Driver (Temporary, 6 Months)

About the role

The World Food Programme (WFP) is hiring a Driver for a 6-month service contract at its Xai-Xai duty station in Mozambique. The position reports to the Management Services Officer or a designated representative and involves driving light vehicles, trucks, vans, motorcycles and other land transport, and possibly operating speed boats or other watercraft. It may also include basic administrative assistance in offices or stores.

Key responsibilities

• Transport authorized personnel and deliver commodities along authorized routes, following UN safety and security rules.
• Meet officials and visitors at airports or entry points and help with visa and customs formalities.
• Maintain vehicle logbooks and give daily reports on the vehicle's mechanical condition, fuel use and costs.
• Keep the vehicle clean, ensure timely maintenance, check travel authorizations and supplies, and report mechanical problems.
• Follow field delivery and accident rules, and report any problems to the supervisor.
• Perform basic office tasks when needed, such as filing, photocopying, maintaining stores, mailing and paying bills.

Required profile

• Secondary school completion.
• Formal driver training and a valid driver's licence for the assigned vehicle under local rules.
• At least two years of experience as a driver; experience with an international organization, embassy or UN system is an advantage.
• Demonstrated safe driving record and experience with vans, trucks and other motorized vehicles; defensive driving is desirable.
• Open to Mozambican nationals only; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required skills

• Knowledge of driving rules, chauffeur protocol, local roads, waterways, road conditions and security issues.
• Knowledge of vehicle loading capacity, driving and boat operating rules, and safety equipment such as fire extinguishers.
• Ability to read safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, and to assess vehicle fitness and carry out minor repairs.
• First aid knowledge and use of radio, email and telephone.
• Fluent oral and written Portuguese and local languages, especially Changana; working knowledge of English is an advantage.

Applications are made only through the WFP online recruitment system (Workday); CV and cover letter are required, and only shortlisted candidates are contacted.