AIRD’s workshop department serves as the lifeblood of the organization, ensuring that its humanitarian missions continue to move forward across the country, even in the most difficult environments. This department is crucial, supporting vital operations by maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet of vehicles and machinery, from light vehicles and trucks to solar panels and water-pumping generators—all under a UNHCR license.
At the heart of this operation is a dedicated team of skilled mechanics from the Tanzania Country Program who are not only technically proficient but also deeply passionate about the mission. Each mechanic brings years of experience and specialized training, enabling them to tackle everything from field repairs to routine maintenance. Their expertise ensures that the vehicles, generators, and other essential equipment remain operational, regardless of the challenging conditions they face.
One of the standout features of AIRD’s workshop department is its 24/7 readiness. Humanitarian work demands rapid response, often at unpredictable hours. The mechanics are committed to this, embracing a level of flexibility that goes beyond a typical job. Their dedication means someone is always on standby, ready to address any emergency. Whether it’s a late-night truck breakdown or a critical generator failure in a refugee camp at dawn, the team is prepared to jump into action and restore operations without delay.
This unwavering commitment to maintaining the equipment that keeps humanitarian aid flowing makes AIRD’s workshop department an indispensable part of the organization’s work, enabling missions to continue in even the most demanding conditions.

Written by Jackline Victor Lugemwa, convoy escort, Tanzania Country Program