Formed in 1947, the Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada (CDF Canada) has focused its efforts on advancing self-reliant, member-owned co-operatives on a global scale. The strength of CDF Canada is grounded in its mission – Acting on Co-operative principles, we partner with communities to achieve sustainable economic and social development – and is at the heart of all strategic activities the organization undertakes. Inclusivity is at the heart of what we do! We recognize the immense value that different experiences and perspectives bring to our organization. As a result, we intentionally seek people from diverse backgrounds and empower them to inspire our teams to nurture new processes and ideas.

The Integrating Aquaculture-Agriculture to Combat Food Insecurity in Malawi (IAAM) Project is a 5-year project funded by Norad.  The goal of the project is to increase the productivity and income of, and access to markets by small-scale food producers, especially women, engaged in the integrated aquaculture-agriculture system (IAAS) comprising of fish, crops, livestock, and agroforestry sub-systems to combat food insecurity.   We are looking for an experienced driver for our Lilongwe country office team.

• Safely and efficiently operate company vehicle to transport personnel, volunteers, etc. to various project sits
• Comply with all terms and conditions of CDF Canada Company Vehicle and Safety Policies 
• Adhere to local traffic laws and regulations
• Plan routes to optimize travel time, safety, and fuel efficiency

• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance checks on assigned vehicles.
• Ensure that vehicles are in good working condition and report any issue promptly.
• Coordinate with the logistics team to schedule routine maintenance and repairs.

• Maintain accurate records of vehicle use, fuel consumption, and maintenance activities.

• Implement security measures to safeguard passengers, vehicle, and cargo during transportation.
• Adhere to safety protocols and emergency procedures and respond appropriately in case of accidents or incidents per policies.

• Proof of driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Proven experience as a professional driver, preferably in an international development or humanitarian context.
• Knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations.