Driver

Driver
Sierra Leone, Freetown
June 23, 2026
Full Time
Application ends: June 30, 2026

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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT – DRIVER

 

POSITIONDriver
LOCATIONFreetown, Sierra Leone
DURATION6 months – with the possibility of an extension
APPLICATION DEADLINE30th June 2026 (only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted)

BACKGROUND

Welbodi Partnership (WP) is a UK-registered charity working to reduce maternal and child mortality and morbidity in Sierra Leone. Since 2008, Welbodi Partnership has worked in partnership with hospital management, health facility staff, and the Ministry of Health to improve maternal and child health outcomes in Sierra Leone. We do this through a range of bold innovative partnership models across health system strengthening activities, healthcare worker training, hospital improvement projects, research, and community engagement. 

Our vision is that all women and children in Sierra Leone will have access to effective, essential healthcare services characterised by respect and dignity for all. Our mission is to build the capacity and effectiveness of the health system in Sierra Leone using evidence-based practice to reduce the number of women and children who are sick, suffer, or die unnecessarily. 

For further information about our work, please see: www.welbodipartnership.org

ROLE PURPOSE

The position is under the supervision of the Logistics Officer and is responsible for transporting the WP personnel and materials while maintaining the integrity of the fleet.  This function supports all programs and is essential to the implementation of operations in Sierra Leone. The driver is responsible for the security of the vehicle and staff on board during each movement and should therefore maintain constant communication with the WP office as required for security reasons.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • The driver must follow all WP rules governing the utilization of the vehicles.
  • The driver must follow applicable Sierra Leonean traffic law.
  • The driver must remind WP rules to all passengers of WP rules (seat belt, no smoking, no alcohol, and adherence to hand hygiene).
  • The driver must have a valid driver’s license at all times.
  • The driver must inspect their vehicle before each departure and report any damage to the vehicle or any missing equipment.
  • The driver must clean outside and inside of the vehicle when instructed to do so by the Logistics Officer or if it is quite obvious that the vehicle requires cleaning, and at the end of every trip, the driver will clean out all rubbish from the inside of the vehicle, and wipe down any spillage stains, etc.
  • The driver must check that all the documents (vehicle license and insurance) are in date and in the vehicle, notifying the Operations team in advance when renewal is needed.
  • The driver must refuel the vehicle when the tank is half empty.
  • The driver must fill for each trip, short or long, the vehicle log sheet.
  • The driver must check for any security notices for the area where he/she intends to travel before departure.
  • All vehicle log books must be presented weekly on an assigned day to the Logistics Officer and Operations Manager for a recording check.
  • All staff movement must be properly recorded in the vehicle logbook and also recorded in the vehicle movement tracker. The vehicle movement tracker should be shared with the Operations Manager on a monthly basis.
  • The driver must comply with all security directives issued by the security department for the area where he/she is traveling, ensuring that the vehicle is secured at all times (appropriately parked, locked, etc.).
  • The driver must return the keys to the guards at the end of each shift for safekeeping in the box provided for this, and enter the last kilometer reading on the signing book at the security post.
  • The driver must fill out a written report for any accident or incident in which he/she is involved.
  • Travel between cities is not permitted after dark.
  • Performs other miscellaneous duties at the request of the Logistics Officer.
  • The driver should ensure that the vehicle is not used for any purposes not relating to WP work without the knowledge of the Country Director.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

External: MOHs, NGOs, other Partners, Local Authorities, etc.

Internal: Country Director, Operations Manager, Head of Programs, Finance Manager, M&E Manager, Project Coordinator, staff, and Support Staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education (knowledge): Minimum SSS level or another Certificate or Diploma. 

Valid Driving license.

Experience: 1-3 years of working experience in a humanitarian setting as a driver and experience in the use of HF and VHF radios.

SKILL & ABILITIES; 

Skills and Abilities: Must be a good team player and troubleshooter, have good communication skills, both written and verbal.  Must know how to operate HF and VHF radios. Must be physically fit.

Mandatory:  

  • Committed to the mission and principles of the Welbodi Partnership
  • Operational management – understand WP policies and systems and apply them effectively;
  • The ability to work within a team environment;
  • Ability to work with all grades of staff;
  • The ability to solve basic problems;
  • Can identify issues and problems early and inform the line manager;
  • Respectful both within the organization and with external interactions;
  • The ability to adapt and learn, accept constructive criticism and instructions from superiors;
  • Can communicate well both verbally and in basic written communication across all departments.

 

GENERAL POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND PRACTICES  

In addition to the key job responsibilities detailed in these Terms of Reference, all employees and volunteers at Welbodi Partnership are expected to comply with the general duties outlined below and detailed in full in our policies. 

 SAFEGUARDING 

Welbodi Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of women, children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment.  All new staff undergo mandatory safeguarding training and sign the safeguarding policy before the commencement of work. Applicants for this position should be aware that if successful, they will be requested to complete a Police check. 

 DATA PROTECTION  

Welbodi Partnership complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). 

APPLICATION PROCESS

The closing date for applications is the 30th June 2026 – we encourage potential applicants to submit as soon as possible. 

To apply for this position, please send your cover letter, CV, and contact details of 3 referees in one email to jobs@welbodipartnership.org  using the following subject title: Application – Driver. 

For any queries relating to the position, please email jobs@welbodipartnership.org.