Freelancer profile translated to English.

Description

Hello, I am Daniel, a professional fixer and experienced 4x4 driver based in Tamatave.

For 10 years, I have been accompanying NGOs, journalists, and researchers on the roads of the East Coast of Madagascar. I currently work as the main driver for a local travel agency.

🎯 MY SERVICES FOR YOUR MISSION:

✅ FIELD FIXER: Local authority contacts, fokontany chiefs, Malagasy-French translation. Cultural facilitation to avoid misunderstandings.

✅ EXPERIENCED 4x4 DRIVER: I master Nissan Patrol Y61 and Toyota Land Cruiser 76 on muddy tracks and cyclone zones. If you rent a 4x4, I am your safety guarantee.

✅ SCOUTING & LOGISTICS: I assess road conditions and security BEFORE your arrival. I manage permits, accommodation, and mechanical unforeseen events.

🛠️ AREA: Tamatave, Ivoloina, Foulpointe, Soanierana-Ivongo, Maroantsetra.

Reliability, discretion, and local knowledge are my strengths. Your safety is my priority.

Available for short or long missions. Let's talk about your project.

Languages

French
Native or bilingual
Malagasy
Fluent

Workplace preferences

Remote only

Primarily works remotely

Chauffeur indépendant - Missions ONG & Médias
4x4 Driver & Field Fixer
TRAVEL AND TOURISM
January 2014 - Today (12 years and 5 months)
Toamasina, Madagascar
Main 4x4 driver for field missions on the East Coast of Madagascar.

Key missions:
- Accompanying international NGOs and journalists on tracks in Tamatave, Ivoloina, Maroantsetra
- Safe driving of Nissan Patrol Y61 and Toyota Land Cruiser 76 during cyclone season
- Fixer: negotiation with local authorities, fokontany chiefs, MG-FR translation
- Route scouting and complete logistical management before teams arrive
- Resolving mechanical and administrative unforeseen events in isolated areas

Specialty: Muddy tracks, fords, crossings. 0 accidents in 10 years.
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