Job Description
Job Advertisement: Driver – Regional
Location: Oromia Region – Addis Ababa, Sidama Region Hawassa and South Ethiopia Region- Arab Minch
Program: USDA Food for Progress (FFPr) 2025- Partnership for Productivity (P4P)
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Organization: Global Communities
Who We Are?
Global Communities champions innovative solutions to complex challenges at the intersection of humanitarian assistance, sustainable economic development, and financial inclusion. We ensure our approaches are as dynamic and diverse as the communities we serve. We bring together local and global insights to save lives, expand opportunity, and fuel brighter futures.
About the Program
The Global Communities Food for Progress (FFPr) 2025, Partnership for Productivity (P4P) Project in Ethiopia, is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). This five-year initiative is focusing on enhancing and strengthening of the livestock market systems in Ethiopia. The project aims to make the livestock sectors more productive, resilient, and profitable, thereby driving economic growth in the country.
P4P utilizes five integrated interventions that will be implemented in collaboration with both
US and Ethiopian private sector stakeholders. The interventions include:
Increase Use of Improved Agricultural Techniques and Technologies: Promote the adoption of advanced techniques and technologies to enhance agriculture and livestock productivity.
Increase Availability of Quality Inputs: Ensure Ethiopian farmers have access to high-quality agricultural/livestock inputs.
Trade Capacity Development: Support efforts to improve trade opportunities within the livestock market systems and value chains.
Increase Access to Finance and Risk Management: Expand availability to financial and risk management services to livestock producers.
Policy and Advocacy: Support policy and institutional reforms to create and expand market access for quality livestock production inputs and technologies needed by Ethiopian farmers.
The Opportunity
Are you passionate about supporting development programs and ensuring efficient field operations? We are seeking a Driver to provide safe, reliable, and professional transportation services in support of project activities. Reporting to the Regional Coordinator, you will be responsible for transporting staff, visitors, and project materials, while ensuring proper vehicle maintenance, compliance with safety and security procedures, and efficient logistical support for program implementation. Through your commitment to safety, professionalism, and operational excellence, you will contribute to the successful delivery of project activities across the region
Primary Responsibilities
Ensuring that operating the assigned project vehicle is according to the policy and procedures of Global Communities.
Working closely with Procurement and Logistics Officer, and with all Project staff.
Execute daily and ad-hoc transport schedules, ensuring timely departures and arrivals.
Communicate delays, route changes, and updates to the Procurement and Logistics Officer.
Drive safely in line with traffic regulations and organizational vehicle policies.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date vehicle logbooks, trip, fuel, and maintenance records.
Conduct routine checks (daily/weekly) to ensure vehicles are roadworthy and properly equipped (fuel, safety gear, tools).
Ensure cleanliness of the vehicle and maintain professional appearance.
Plan and prepare for field travel, including fuel, documentation, and coordination with passengers.
Report accidents, damages, or incidents promptly.
Ensure passenger safety (e.g., seatbelt use) and secure the vehicle when outside premises.
Comply with restrictions on vehicle usage (e.g., no driving at night unless authorized).
Vehicle Maintenance Responsibilities
Conduct and follow up on preventive maintenance (oil changes, lubrication, inspections).
Coordinate with external garages and monitor repair quality.
Assist in identifying and recording spare parts and maintenance transactions.
Ensure all maintenance activities are properly documented and reflected in logbooks.
Verify vehicle insurance/Third-party validity and timely service schedules.
High level of responsibility for vehicle conditions, safety, and documentation.
Compliance with Ethiopian traffic laws and organizational policies.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
Completion of secondary school is required.
Valid 3rd grade or above Driver’s License with no history of major accidents within the last 3 years.
Auto Mechanic Certificate is a plus.
Must have adequate theoretical and practical knowledge of driving profession.
Minimum of five years’ NGO work experience and at least three years of directly related to field experience.
Core Competencies
Excellent communication and driving skills.
Willingness to take on additional tasks.
Knowledge of one of the regional languages is advantageous.
Familiarity to local culture and language is desirable
Why Join Us?
Make a Meaningful Impact: Be part of a mission-driven team creating tangible, lasting change in Ethiopia's livestock development sector.
Collaborate with Diverse Stakeholders: Work alongside community livestock groups, private sector partners, and government institutions to co-create innovative, evidence-based solutions.
Grow Professionally: Thrive in a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive work environment that values continuous learning and professional development.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Global Communities is committed to equal opportunity employment. It is the policy of Global Communities to ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without discrimination based on age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors, except where otherwise required or permitted by law.
How To Apply
Interested applicants who meet the qualifications should send their application letter and Curriculum Vitae through Ethiojobs The closing date for this application is 14th November 2026.
