If you’re an experienced driver seeking a new opportunity with the Tanzanian government, this could be your road to success. COPRA Contract Opportunities May 20225, COPRA New Driver Vacancies 20225, The Grain and Mixed Crops Regulatory Authority (COPRA), under the Ministry of Agriculture, is hiring 14 contract drivers to strengthen its national transportation and logistics team.
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This rare chance offers not only meaningful employment but also a competitive salary and the opportunity to serve in a vital public sector role. Whether you’re passionate about mobility, service, or making an impact in your community, COPRA wants to hear from you.
Who Can Apply?
COPRA invites applications from Tanzanian citizens who meet the following qualifications:
- Hold a Form IV certificate (Ordinary Level Education)
- Possess a valid Class E or C driving license
- Have at least five years of driving experience without causing an accident
- Completed basic training in driving or vehicle maintenance from recognized institutions such as:
- VETA (Vocational Education and Training Authority)
- NIT (National Institute of Transport)
- Or any other government-accredited training center
Bonus: COPRA will prioritize applicants who hold a Public Service Vehicle (PSV) certificate.
Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates will carry out the following duties:
- Inspect vehicles before and after each trip to ensure safety
- Drive staff to official destinations across the country
- Perform minor vehicle repairs and maintenance
- Deliver and collect official documents
- Log all travel details accurately in the vehicle record book
- Keep the vehicle clean and well-maintained
- Handle any additional tasks assigned by their supervisor
Salary and Contract Terms
COPRA will offer successful applicants a fixed-term employment contract. Each driver will receive a salary equal to 83.4% of the standard driver pay scale within the organization.
Application Requirements
To apply, candidates must:
- Be Tanzanian citizens aged 18 to 45
- Not currently hold any government employment
- Be ready to work in any location assigned by COPRA
- Submit a signed application letter, detailed CV, and three referees
- Attach copies of their birth certificate, national ID (NIDA), and verified academic certificates
- Include a certificate of service from a previous employer
- Provide a recommendation letter from the local government (Mtaa Chairperson)
- Ensure that foreign-acquired academic documents are verified by TCU, NECTA, or NACTE
- Note: Result slips, testimonials, and provisional results will not be accepted
COPRA will give special consideration to applicants from the following regions: Katavi, Tabora, Mwanza, Kagera, Simiyu, Singida, Kilimanjaro, Manyara, Morogoro, Dar es Salaam, Mtwara, Ruvuma, Njombe, and Mbeya.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their applications by May 23, 2025, either:, By post, or In person to: Director General, Grain and Mixed Crops Regulatory Authority (COPRA), P.O. Box 2780, Njedengwa Street, Kahawa Building, Dodoma, Tanzania
