Invitation for Applications

Country: Somaliland
Project Holder: Ministry of Water Resources Development (MoWRD)
Project: Burao Water Supply Expansion Project
Fund: Somaliland Development Fund Phase 3
IFA Title: Project Drivers
Duration: 12 months renewable contract based on performance
Location: Hargeisa and Burao
No of Positions:  One (1) based in Hargeisa and two (2) based in Burao
IFA No. P103-016
The Somaliland Development Fund – Phase 3 (SDF3) covers the period 2025-2028, with the possibility of a two-year extension. SDF3 aims to strengthen the climate resilience of vulnerable communities in Somaliland while creating increased income and job opportunities, thereby helping to reduce poverty. SDF3’s ambitions are aligned with NDP3 and reflect the priorities set out in Somaliland Vision 2030. Funding is currently provided by Denmark, Norway and the United Kingdom (UK), while the Netherlands remains an engaged partner, pending further clarification on their potential to re-join the Fund at a later stage.
The SDF3 Joint Steering Committee has provisionally approved the “Burao Water Supply Expansion Project,” aimed at addressing the severe water scarcity in Burao City, Somaliland. 

This initiative will expand access to safe and reliable water for an estimated 85,000 additional residents, including 7,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs). The project encompasses the development of groundwater resources, construction of transmission pipelines, and the expansion of the city’s water distribution network. Beyond improving water access, the project is designed to deliver a triple dividend: climate resilience, inclusive economic growth and social inclusion.
Following the provisional approval of the project, the Ministry of Water Resources Development (MoWRD) and the SDF Secretariat intend to recruit three Project Drivers to join the Project Management Team (PMT). One (1) driver will be based in Hargeisa and the other two (2) will be
based in Burao. The SDF Secretariat therefore invites qualified candidates to apply for this position.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience
 At least secondary level of education.
 Have a valid driving license and basic motor vehicle mechanical knowledge
 Have over 8 years of accident-free driving experience, 4 of which must have been spent driving four-wheel drive manual gear vehicles.
 Have willingness to drive a project vehicle to all regions of Somaliland.
 Have ability to communicate in English.
 Have good interpersonal skills.
 Be culturally sensitive and good in character and integrity.
 Be respectful and flexible with working hours.
 Remain sober at all times.
 Have participated in a First Aid Course – would be an added advantage.

Interested candidates should send their application (cover letter and CV) to the Somaliland Development Fund Secretariat through e-mail [email protected]. Candidates should indicate in their cover letter how they fit the criteria outlined in the advert and the location for which they are applying for (either Hargeisa or Burao). All applications must be received by 17th November 2025 at 1600hrs East African Standard Time. Applicants should clearly indicate the position they are applying for in the email subject line. Full Job Description can be accessed on the SDF website through the link: https://somalilanddevelopmentfund.org/opportunities Any attempt by a candidate to influence the outcome of the recruitment process, whether directly or indirectly in a manner that could be interpreted as canvassing will result in automatic disqualification
from consideration for this position.

This role is open to Somaliland nationals only.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.