Driver/Office Assistant

Overview

Exploits University, Blantyre Campus, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the vacant position of Driver/Office Assistant.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing safe and reliable transportation services while also supporting the University’s administrative and clerical activities as assigned.

Qualifications and experience

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Possess a valid driving licence.
2. Have at least five (5) years of work experience in a driving position.
3. Have working knowledge of office assistant duties and responsibilities.

Duties and Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

1. Vehicle Safety and Maintenance

1. Ensure the safety and security of the vehicle allocated to them at all times.
2. Conduct a full inspection of the vehicle before undertaking each day’s trips, paying particular attention to:
3. Fluids, including oil, battery and water levels.
4. Warning lights.
5. Damage or leaks.
6. Tools and tyres.
7. Fuel gauge.
8. Fan belt.
9. Lights.
10. Ensure the validity of the vehicle’s Certificate of Fitness and insurance.
11. Check the correct use and operation of all vehicle gauges, lights and controls.
12. Obtain the necessary authority or documentation before each trip.
13. Keep a full record of every trip and the fuel and oil added to the vehicle in the vehicle logbook.

2. Vehicle Operations and Passenger Safety

1. Ensure that the vehicle is properly handed over to another driver and record anything missing or available in the logbook.
2. Ensure the safety of passengers and goods at all times.
3. Do not carry unauthorised passengers.
4. Ensure that no other driver uses the vehicle allocated to you unless authorised.
5. Ensure that the vehicle is properly cleaned and washed whenever necessary.
6. Report verbally and in writing any faults noticed or heard at the end of each trip.
7. Ensure that the vehicle has sufficient fuel for all expected trips.
8. Ensure that the vehicle is properly parked at the end of each trip or assignment.

3. Office and Administrative Support

1. Perform other official clerical and administrative assignments as may be assigned by the University from time to time.
2. The successful candidate will not be limited to these functions and may be assigned other responsibilities as the need arises.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications electronically.

Application requirements

Applications should include:

1. A motivation letter.
2. Certified copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications.
3. A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing three (3) traceable referees.

Applications should be addressed to:

The University Registrar

Exploits University

P.O. Box 31507

Lilongwe 3, Malawi

Email: [email protected]

Closing date: Monday, 9th November, 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.