Driver

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide safe transportation for staff, partners, and materials to and from field sites, regional and district health offices, and meeting locations as scheduled by the Transport Manager.
• Perform daily and routine vehicle inspections including brakes, tires, fluid levels, and cleanliness; promptly communicate any mechanical issues to the Transport Manager.
• Keep detailed records of vehicle logbooks, fuel consumption, and maintenance schedules.
• Assist with logistics activities related to malaria commodity distribution and supervision visits.
• Execute official errands such as document delivery and procurement-related runs upon assignment by the Transport Manager.
• Adhere strictly to road safety regulations and comply with GHS Transport Policy, protocols, and guidelines at all times.
• Maintain confidentiality concerning official matters related to NMEP and GHS.

Qualifications and Experience

• Possess a valid Ghanaian driver's license suitable for the vehicle assigned, accompanied by a clean driving record.
• Educational attainment of at least SSCE, WASSCE, or an equivalent qualification.
• Have a minimum of three years driving experience, ideally within the public or health sector.

Competencies

• Basic understanding of vehicle maintenance and familiarity with local road networks.
• Demonstrated safety awareness and defensive driving capabilities.
• Ability to interpret road signs, traffic laws, and navigate routes including remote locations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Exhibit punctuality, reliability, integrity, and discretion.

Additional Information

Location of work is in Accra, Ghana.

Applications must be submitted in four copies with a CV, including referees' details and copies of academic and professional certificates, addressed to the Director at Human Resource Development Directorate, Ghana Health Service, Private Mail Bag, Ministries, Accra.

Application deadline: 21 August 2026.