Driver

About the role

Abt Global is hiring a Driver in Tamale, working under the supervision of the Finance & Administration Manager. The driver safely transports personnel or cargo and performs general office duties, operating and maintaining project vehicles to meet the project's transportation needs. The project, running 12 months in Ghana from October 2026 to September 2027, supports malaria vector control and HIV/AIDS services across 14 partner countries.

Key responsibilities

• Drive project staff, visitors, equipment, supplies and documents to approved destinations
• Maintain vehicle records (trip logs, mileage, fuel, maintenance, repairs, incidents) and keep vehicles clean, roadworthy and ready for service
• Follow vehicle-use policies, Ghanaian traffic laws and project safety and security procedures
• Handle routine business such as delivering and collecting documents, buying cleaning and kitchen supplies, and handling customs duty clearances and tax exemptions
• Perform general service activities, including post office box checks, letter and parcel collection and dispatch, and local errands
• General office support: clerical work (photocopying, scanning, filing, mailing), keeping hard-copy and electronic archives, managing correspondence, answering calls and taking messages
• Purchase, store and distribute office supplies and other duties as assigned

Required profile

• High school diploma plus 4 years of education or an associate degree, plus 2 years of experience
• Valid driver's license
• Proficiency in English
• Preferred: at least 4 years of relevant experience, thorough knowledge of local traffic laws and patterns, excellent driving record, previous development project experience, time management skills, and ability to plan and execute tasks independently

Required skills

• Working knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to stay organized and focused on long-term deadlines

What we offer

• Market-competitive salary and comprehensive employee benefits
• Total rewards programs covering wellbeing and professional development