Job Description

Job Title: Transport Officer & Office Assistant (1)

Location: Dar es Salaam

Contract: 2 years Fixed Term

Reporting to: Administration Officer

Please note we will only be accepting applications from candidates who are willingly and with the Right to Work in Tanzania.

Principle Accountability

Under the supervision of Administration Officer, Transport officer and office assistant is responsible for safely driving office vehicle, keeping records and ensures vehicle routine maintenance is carried out on schedules. Transport Officer will be also responsible for inspecting the vehicle on daily basis to ensure that it is clean, undamaged and it is working properly.

Who we are

CAMFED (Campaign for Female Education) is internationally recognized as a leader in education for girls, for its child protection policy and practice, and as a voice for girls’ education and women’s empowerment at the highest levels. Founded in 1993, CAMFED supports young women throughout their primary and secondary school’s years, into economic training and further education, and onto leadership, as role models, activists, and philanthropists. CAMFED Tanzania is looking to recruit Transport Officer & Office Assistant (1).

Specific Accountabilities

· Drive vehicle in various districts in Tanzania.

· Always maintain defensive driving plus briefing passengers on safety practices prior to each trip.

· Keeping vehicle maintenance records and ensures that, routine maintenance is carried out as per schedule.

· Maintains accurate, up to date records on trip sheets, fuel purchases, incident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records that are requested from management.

· Serves as a positive role model while providing transportation services to staff.

· Reviews daily staff vehicle requests with the Administration Officer and finalizes the transport and maintenance schedule. Reports any deviations from the approved schedule to help ensure staff requests are met or alternative arrangements are made.

· Inspects the vehicle daily to ensure it is clean, undamaged, and in good working condition. Reports any damage or mechanical issues to the Administration Officer both verbally and in writing.

· Delivers office documents, mail, and other items by car to vendors, partners, and customers as assigned.

· Collects and dispatches letters and parcels, records all incoming mail in the logbook, and distributes items to the relevant officers under the supervision of the line manager.

· Maintains accurate fuel records and reports any shortages before the start of each journey.

Office assistant duties:

· Process admin requisitions, support preparation of meetings, support as receptionist from time to time.

· Photocopying, sorting, and collating related office documents.

· Ensuring the stationery store and all stationery stock are well arranged and in attractive manner.

· Supports office errands as assigned.

· Other duties as assigned from time to time.

· Promotion, implementation, observance, and adherence with CAMFED Procurement Policy, and other policies as guided by the organization.

Person Specification

Essential:

Holder of at least Form IV Certificate.

Desired Skills and Experience

· Holders of at least Form IV Certificate.

· Must have a valid Class A, B, D, E driving license.

· Must have certificate from either VETA or National Institute of Transportation (NIT)

· Having driving experience of at least five (5) years from reputable organizations.

· Must be fluent in both written and spoken English and Swahili languages

· Computer literate.

· Not above 40 years of age

· Must be Tanzanian citizen.

CAMFED Values

The post holder is expected to live the CAMFED values which are:

· Focus on the girl as client

· Partner with the Community

· Be transparent and accountable

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at CAMFED

CAMFED is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those from marginalized communities.

All official communication pertaining to job applications and interviews will be exclusively conducted through CAMFED's official channels. These can be found on our website (http://www.camfed.org). CAMFED will never request applicants to pay a processing fee or to provide personal or financial information for recruitment purposes.

CAMFED has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse, discrimination and harassment in all forms. All applicants will, therefore, be subject to a comprehensive verification process, which includes background and reference checks, as well as verification of qualifications.

Application details

Please submit applications by 30 June 2026