Professionnal Driver

Professionnal Driver (M/W)

 SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA 

Mission description

The Driver ensures the safe, punctual and reliable transport of staff, partners and goods, in strict compliance with road-safety rules and internal procedures. The role contributes directly to the operational continuity of the projects and to the safety of the people transported, by ensuring controlled journeys that meet the standards of an international organisation.

Main responsibilities

Transport and movements

• Ensure the safe and punctual transport of staff, visitors, partners and goods according to the established schedule.
• Plan routes according to priorities, traffic conditions and security instructions, applying defensive-driving principles.
• Keep the vehicle log book and the movement tracking sheet up to date and report any delay or unforeseen event.

Vehicle maintenance and monitoring

• Carry out daily checks (fluid levels, tyres, brakes, lights, safety equipment) and keep the vehicle clean and roadworthy.
• Report any malfunction or maintenance need without delay and follow up on authorised servicing and repairs.
• make sure that the mandatory documents and equipment are on board (insurance, technical inspection, first-aid kit, warning triangle, fire extinguisher).

Safety, security and compliance

• Comply at all times with the highway code, speed limits and the organisation’s safety rules, and ensure the safety of passengers and goods.
• Apply security and emergency procedures and immediately alert management in the event of an accident, incident or at-risk situation.
• Comply with the code of perform, confidentiality rules and the policy on the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA/PSEAH), and keep mandatory training up to date.

Logistical support

• deliver logistical assist during events, training sessions and field missions, and carry out administrative errands as required.

Project or context description

Expertise France opened its Country Office in February 2026 and has established a Project assist Unit composed of HR, Finance, Procurement, and Logistics departments, dedicated to supporting the operational delivery of a portfolio of 11 projects.

In this context, Expertise France is seeking to recruit a qualified and experienced Driver to assist the daily operational needs of its teams, at Kigali and throughout the country. 

Required profile

Education and experience

• Secondary school certificate or equivalent.
• Valid driving licence, category B minimum (categories C/D an asset),held for at least 5 years.
• At least 5 years’ experience as a professional driver, preferably with an NGO, international organisation, embassy or transport company.
• Clean driving record with no serious offence or suspension.
• Security training (certificate), especially provided by international organisation, and/or 1st aid/basic life assist are strongly an asset.

Technical skills

• Thorough knowledge of the Rwandan highway code and good knowledge of the road network of Rwanda and the sub-region.
• Practice of defensive driving and eco-driving
• Ability to use a smartphone and its geolocation / GPS function (navigation, route sharing, tracking applications).
• Ability to carry out first-level mechanical checks and to diagnose common faults.
• Proficient in driving both manual and automatic transmissions

Languages (mandatory)

• Fluency in both French and English is required (spoken)

Physical and medical fitness

• Excellent physical condition allowing long journeys and occasional handling of loads.
• Medical fitness to drive, to be confirmed by a medical certificate

Behavioural skills

• Strong sense of responsibility and safety; punctuality, reliability and rigour.
• Discretion, confidentiality, courtesy and a smart appearance.
• Composure and self-control in stressful or emergency situations; availability and flexibility.

Additional information

Applications will only be considered if complete. Candidates are requested to submit the following documents:

• A curriculum vitae (CV).
• A cover letter.
• Training certificates obtained during previous experience (e.g. first aid, defensive driving, road safety, security awareness).

Shortlisted candidates may be asked to take a practical driving and document-check assessment, and to undergo a medical examination prior to recruitment.

Deadline for application : 2026/07/05 17:19