Driver

The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), a CGIAR Research Center, is seeking a pleasant and courteous driver to join its headquarters in Battaramulla, Sri Lanka.

Under the close supervision of the Transportation Officer, the Driver is responsible for transporting staff, visitors, and guests safely to assigned destinations, maintaining trip logs, and reporting any incidents or vehicle issues. The role involves notifying supervisors of challenges, sharing travel information with passengers, and adhering strictly to traffic laws and organizational safety protocols. The Driver ensures quality service delivery by conducting pre-trip safety checks, maintaining vehicle cleanliness and functionality, and keeping vehicle documentation and servicing up to date.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Transport staff, visitors, and guests to assigned destinations, ensuring their comfort and safety by adhering to traffic laws and driving responsibly.
• Complete and submit a detailed logbook to the vehicle dispatcher after each trip, maintaining accurate vehicle maintenance records.
• Report any unusual conditions, incidents, or accidents involving the vehicle, including any damage, to ensure timely resolution and accountability.
• Perform basic office administration tasks, such as photocopying, scanning, messenger and filing services.
• Carry out basic logistical tasks in the organization of meetings, training and seminars, including coordination of meeting times.
• 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.
• 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

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Essential,

• Valid driving license with Class B.
• Successful completion of secondary education or an equivalent diploma or other qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional driving experience.
• Basic mechanical repair experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Essential,

• Basic vehicle maintenance: ability to conduct checks on oil, coolant, tire pressure, lights; perform tire changes; jump‑start a battery; and complete pre‑ and post‑trip inspections, etc.
• Fuel & Tracking Management: ability to accurately calculate distance travelled and tracks fuel consumption.
• Navigation & Route Planning: ability to use GPS systems and read maps; plan the most efficient and safe routes; and remain aware of construction zones, restrictions, and high‑traffic areas.
• Knowledge of Traffic Rules & Compliance: understanding of national and local traffic laws; knowledge of organizational driving policies; and ability to maintain proper documentation such as licences and logs.
• Safety & Security: ability to drive defensively; knowledge of emergency procedures (accident protocol, fire safety); and awareness of personal and vehicle security measures.
• Fluency in English is essential for communication in both writing and speaking.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 kg to handle luggage, equipment, or supplies.
• Good vision, hearing, and hand‑eye coordination.
• Ability to sit for long periods while maintaining alertness.

Benefits

This is a nationally recruited position and only Sri Lankan nationals will be considered. IWMI offers a competitive salary and benefits package, inclusive of health insurance, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and long-term disability coverage. The duration of the contract will initially be for a period of three years with the possibility of extension.

HOW TO APPLY: Apply for the position by following the application instructions at www.iwmi.org/jobs. We will be accepting applications through 24:00 (IST) on February 02, 2026 (applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis). Your application must include a CV, cover letter, and three (3) references, which may be contacted if you are shortlisted. Receipt of all applications will be acknowledged, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

IWMI believes that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical for our mission. We offer a multi-cultural, multi-color, multi-generational and multi-disciplinary working environment. We are consciously creating an inclusive organization that reflects our global character and our commitment to gender equity. We, therefore, encourage applicants from all cultures, races, ethnicities, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, and gender identities.