The posting
About WorldFish
WorldFish is an international research organization working to transform aquatic food systems to reduce hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. It collaborates with international, regional, and national partners to co-develop and deliver scientific innovations, evidence for policy and knowledge to enable equitable and inclusive impact for millions who depend on fish and other aquatic foods for their livelihoods and nutrition. Our work in countries advances progress on multiple 2030 Sustainable Development Goals through science and innovation, with a vision of healthy people, healthy planet and shared prosperity.
About the Position
WorldFish is seeking to recruit two (2) qualified and motivated individuals for this position. The Driver forms part of the Operations and Administration team and plays a key role in supporting the efficient implementation of WorldFish programs and activities. Reporting directly to the designated supervisor, the Driver is responsible for providing safe, reliable, and professional transportation services for staff, consultants, visitors, and official guests, while ensuring compliance with organizational policies, road safety regulations, and security procedures.
The position contributes to the smooth running of organizational operations by maintaining assigned vehicles in a clean, safe, and roadworthy condition, keeping accurate vehicle records, and ensuring that all vehicle documentation, insurance, and maintenance schedules remain current. The Driver also supports basic logistical and administrative activities as required to facilitate the effective delivery of programs and services.
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and a high standard of customer service while interacting with staff, partners, government representatives, donors, and visitors. Through the timely and efficient execution of transportation and logistical tasks, the Driver contributes to operational excellence and the achievement of organizational objectives.
The position will be based at the WorldFish office in Abbassa, Sharkia, with frequent travel as needed.
Main Purpose of Job:
- Transport staff, visitors, and guests to assigned destinations, ensuring their comfort and safety by adhering to traffic laws and driving responsibly.
- Complete and submit detailed trip logs and vehicle records, ensuring accurate documentation of mileage, fuel consumption, and maintenance activities.
- Report any unusual conditions, incidents, accidents, or damages involving the vehicle to the supervisor promptly to ensure timely resolution and accountability.
- Perform basic office support functions, including document delivery, photocopying, scanning, filing, and messenger services as required.
- Carry out basic logistical tasks in organization of meetings, training, seminars, including coordination of meeting times.
Main engagement, collaboration and communication responsibilities:
- Notify the supervisor of any vehicle issues or assignment challenges to ensure timely problem-solving and task completion.
- Provide relevant travel information to passengers, such as expected travel time and road conditions, to enhance their travel experience.
- Carry out basic procurement tasks including picking up samples and quotations as requested.
Main responsibilities in the delivery of timely and quality services:
- Adhere strictly to traffic laws and organizational requirements, including occupational health and safety protocols (e.g., ensuring seat belts are worn by all passengers).
- Perform a pre-trip safety and roadworthiness check on the assigned vehicle to ensure it is in optimal condition before departure.
- Maintain a clean and presentable vehicle, ensuring all necessary tools and equipment are onboard and functional.
- Keep vehicle documentation (e.g., registration, fitness certificates) and driving license up to date and ensure timely servicing and maintenance with approved service providers.
Requirements
This job might be for you if you have the below skills, experience and qualifications:
- Secondary education.
- Driver’s license.
- Driving experience.
- Basic mechanical repair experience.
Key Competencies Required
Core competencies:
- Accountability: Collaborates with team members, taking responsibility for both individual and team success and seeks feedback to improve performance. Meets deadlines consistently and follows ethical guidelines.
- Collaboration and Communication: Conveys information clearly and ensures the recipient understands the message. Fully engages in conversations and shares relevant information to support informed decision-making.
- Respect and Inclusion: Acknowledges team members' contributions and collaborates effectively with diverse colleagues. Demonstrates flexibility and openness, supporting inclusive approaches that encourage full participation.
- Results and Impact Orientation: Proactively identifies challenges and demonstrates effective problem-solving; Consistently fulfills commitments and respects the organization’s mission and values. Adapts to new processes, emerging technologies and evolving requirements to maintain efficiency.
Functional Competencies
- Analytical, Critical and Systems Thinking: List and prioritizes tasks, recognizes and addresses issues proactively.
- Equipment Operations: Follows instructions and safety regulations when using equipment, learns its functions and limitations, and addresses malfunctions promptly.
- Planning and Organizing: Effective plans and organizes daily work tasks and uses tools like to-do lists to mange time and complete tasks efficiently.
- Problem Solving: Identify and resolves simple problems using established procedures seeking guidance when needed for more complex issues.
- Technical Skills: defensive driving and safe vehicle operations, basic vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting, and GPS navigation and route planning
Benefits
Salary & Benefits
This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position and WorldFish offers a competitive remuneration package including comprehensive benefits (but not limited to) insurance coverage for staff and eligible dependents, 15% employer provident fund contribution, paid leave and others. The duration of the contract will initially be for a three-year period with possibility for extension, depending on funding and performance.
How to Apply
Your application must include:
- A copy of Curriculum vitae.
- A cover letter which addresses key requirements stated above; and
- Contact information of three professional referees who may be contracted if you are short-listed for the position.
To be considered, applications must be submitted by no later than 23:59 (Egypt time) 20 October 2026.
Location
The post holder will be based in Abbassa, Abu Hammad, Sharkia Governorate. The successful candidate(s) should be available to commence the role as soon as possible. This full-time job is open to Egyptians nationals only.
The screening will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applicants for WorldFish positions, we appreciate all interest, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Our Gender, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
Over 40% of WorldFish staff is women with some 30 nationalities represented and contributing to its dynamic multicultural work environment. WorldFish is committed to promoting a work environment where diversity and inclusion are valued and we seek to have gender balance in the organization. We aim to also seek balance across other diversity dimensions.
People in WorldFish are treated equally irrespective of gender, ethnicity/race, national or social origin, disability, religion, political affiliation, age, family size, marital status or any other form of personal identity.
We are an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourage qualified women and men from developing nations to apply.
