The Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA) is inviting suitably qualified, service-oriented, and customer-focused candidates who embody the CEDA Values to apply for the position of Driver based at Tutume Branch.
Job Summary
- Type: full-time
- Location: Gaborone
- Category: Transportation
- Closing Date: 2026-09-09
Key Responsibilities
- To drive a range of passenger and goods vehicles safely and in accordance with instructions to transport staff and passengers; and to carry out the duties of messenger.
Requirements
- Education: BGCSE
- Professional: Valid Extra heavy duty [EC] Driver’s License, Valid Professional Driving Permit [PrDP]
- Experience: Minimum 3 to 5 years of proven experience driving multi-articulated vehicles.
- Competencies: Following Procedures, Showing Resilience, Service Orientation, Planning and organising, CEDA Values
How to Apply
Apply by email: recruitment@ceda.co.bw
Address: Director, Human Capital & Administration, Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency, Private Bag 00504, Gaborone
Address: Director, Human Capital & Administration, Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency, Private Bag 00504, Gaborone
About the Company
The Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA) is a key governmental initiative in Botswana, dedicated to fostering economic growth and opportunity. Operating as a trade and export promotion agency, CEDA plays a crucial role in enabling local businesses to access regional and international markets. Furthermore, the agency is deeply involved in supporting agriculture and rural development across the nation, aiming to diversify Botswana's economy. CEDA empowers aspiring and existing entrepreneurs by providing essential financial and technical support, driving job creation and self-reliance within the country.
Empowering Botswana's entrepreneurs through trade, export, and agricultural development.
Website: https://www.developmentaid.org/organizations/view/210446/citizen-entrepreneurial-development-agency
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications and certifications are required to apply for the Driver role at CEDA’s Tutume Branch?
Applicants must hold a valid Botswana Class B or C driver's licence, with at least two years of verifiable driving experience in similar vehicles. A clean traffic record and completion of basic first aid training (e.g., through the Botswana Red Cross or MOH-approved provider) are strongly preferred.
What does a typical day look like for a driver at CEDA’s Tutume Branch?
Daily duties include transporting staff, clients, and official documents between Tutume and nearby districts such as Palapye or Serowe, maintaining vehicle logs, and performing basic pre- and post-trip inspections. Drivers also assist with light administrative tasks like filing trip reports and coordinating with branch logistics officers in line with CEDA’s operational guidelines.
How does workplace culture and expectations for drivers differ in Botswana compared to other countries?
Punctuality, respect for hierarchy, and adherence to formal reporting protocols are highly valued — drivers are expected to greet supervisors respectfully and submit daily activity reports without prompting. Cultural norms such as consulting elders or community leaders before scheduling long trips in rural areas may inform route planning and timing, especially in the Central District.
What career progression opportunities exist for drivers within CEDA or similar public-sector agencies in Botswana?
Experienced drivers may progress to roles such as Transport Supervisor or Logistics Assistant after completing internal training (e.g., CEDA’s Staff Development Programme) and demonstrating reliability over 3–5 years. Some transition into fleet management support roles with further certification from institutions like BOITC or the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA)-accredited providers.
What benefits — such as leave, medical aid, or pension — can I expect in this role?
CEDA employees are covered under the Botswana Public Officers’ Pension Fund (POPF) and entitled to 21 days of annual leave, 12 days of sick leave, and maternity/paternity leave per the Employment Act. Medical aid is typically provided through the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) pilot or a government-negotiated group plan, depending on current CEDA policy alignment.