Driver

Swisscontact, established in 1959 in Switzerland, is a leading partner organisation for the implementation of international development projects. The organisation promotes inclusive economic, social, and ecological development to make an effective contribution towards sustainable and widespread prosperity in developing and emerging economies. It strengthens the competencies of people, improving their employability, increases the competitiveness of enterprises, growing their business, and fosters social and economic systems, promoting inclusive development.

Swisscontact, registered as an International Non-Governmental Organisation in Nepal, has been operating in Nepal since 1991. Currently, Swisscontact in Nepal has six development programmes across all seven provinces.

The Municipal Revenue Enhancement Project (MunRev) is a bilateral initiative of the Governments of Nepal and Switzerland, implemented by the Ministry of Land Management, Cooperatives, Federal Affairs and General Administration (MoLMCFAGA) and selected 12 partner municipalities of Koshi and Bagmati Provinces, with technical assistance from Swisscontact in Nepal. MunRev supports local governments to strengthen own-source revenue and tax compliance, improve inclusive and transparent public service delivery, and foster cross-government learning for better-informed fiscal policy, with gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) mainstreamed throughout. Through these efforts, the project aims to enhance the fiscal capacity of local governments and improve services for all citizens, including women and disadvantaged groups.

Position: Driver

No. of Vacancy: 2 (Two)
Location: Koshi and Bagmati Province with frequent travels
Reports to: Finance Officer
Time: 100% (8 hours a day and 5 days a week)
Duration: One year initially, with the possibility of an extension

Purpose of the Job

Under the supervision of the Finance Officer, this position is responsible for driving the office vehicle to the authorized destination while providing safe, secure vehicle services in accordance with Swisscontact’s rules and regulations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

1.Compliance with policies, rules/regulations, and guidelines

Adhere to relevant policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and guidelines of Swisscontact in Nepal (Country Manual for Business Administration, Code of Conduct Against Corruption, Conflict of Interest, Basic Operating Guideline (BoG), Local Security Management Plan, Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Guideline and other specific policies guidelines and manuals applicable for the MunRev).

2. Core Functions and Responsibilities

•  Driving of the Swisscontact office vehicle safely during office hours and during field visits.
• Responsible for the information about the timely maintenance and repair of the vehicle as and when needed.
•  Proper maintenance of the logbook of the vehicle and timely submission of the logbook at least once a week to the Administration department for internal control.
• Always keep the Swisscontact project vehicle in clean and good condition.
• Make sure the vehicle registration, insurance and all other documents are placed safe and secure and available within a vehicle.
• Inform the administration about the renewal of legal documents of the vehicle and facilitate for the same as needed.
• Always keep a valid Driver’s license and other documents while driving the vehicle.
• Make sure the vehicle is not driven during strikes and bandhas, without prior permission from the Supervisor/ Team Leader and parked properly inside the Swisscontact office.
• Make sure the vehicle is always filled up with emergency fuel to avoid any fuel shortage or crises.
• Support the office assistant in day-to-day office operations in close coordination with the Administrative Assistant such as payment of monthly utilities bills, and others as needed.
• Proactively seek and contribute to inter-project collaboration with other in-house projects of Swisscontact in Nepal whereas possible.
• Driving under the influence of Alcohol would not be permitted and would immediately lead to termination of employment.
• Professionally perform other tasks assigned by the Team Leader and Finance and Admin Team as well as other supervisors.

Qualifications and Competencies

•  Must be complected Secondary Education Examination (SEE)/School Leaving Certificate (SLC). Completing Higher Secondary Education (+2 level) in a related field will be an advantage.
• Minimum of three years’ work experience in a similar position, preferably with donors and INGOs.
• Experience in handling supportive roles in office operation and administrative tasks as well as working experience with the MS Office/computer functions will be an added value.
• Must have basic know-how of vehicle maintenance and apply all safety precautions.
•  Must be familiar with all roads in the main cities and also experience driving in the remote hills and terai regions as well as rough terrain of Nepal.
• Ability to travel frequently for field visits.
•  Good interpersonal skills and support in facilitating teamwork.
•  Ability to keep sensitive information confidential.

Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) and Work Force Diversity (WFD).

Swisscontact and the Municipal Revenue Enhancement Project (MunRev) value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equal, and non-discriminatory working environment. The organization promotes GESI and embraces WFD. The position holder is responsible for applying, promoting, and safeguarding these provisions within their role.

Application Procedure

Please submit online Job Application Form by clicking the link below. Driver

The deadline for submission of the application is October 6,2026.

Swisscontact in Nepal will not entertain any phone enquiries or other such solicitations for these positions.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the selection process. It reserves the right to reject any and all applications.

Local candidates are encouraged to apply.

Swisscontact in Nepal promotes workforce diversity and applies positive discrimination to candidates from discriminated groups (Women, Dalit, Janajati, Madhesi/Terai and other minority communities).

Tagged as: Bagmati Pradesh, Koshi Pradesh