Agency for Cooperation in Research and Development Driver Jobs in Uganda
Job Summary:
The Driver will be responsible for providing day-to-day support in transporting staff/consultants
and or goods to project activities in line with vehicle use policies. The Driver oversees
maintenance of the vehicle.
Key duties and Responsibilities:
Drives assigned vehicle safely while maintaining courtesy to the passengers and other road users.
Provides logistical support to all project staff and official visitors to the project areas on
official project activities.
Carries out basic daily routine checks on vehicle maintenance, i.e., checking the oil, lighting, electrical, brakes and tire pressure.
Maintains accurate, up-to-date records for all trips in the vehicle log sheet. The log sheet is
updated for every destination/stop per trip.
In liaison with the supervisor and manager responsible for the trip, coordinates movement
schedule in the most effective way to avoid interruptions.
Prepares a monthly vehicle maintenance, service and fuel consumption report and submits
to the supervisor for verification by close of business every second day of every month, for
the previous month.
Ensures that the vehicle is always fueled at designated fueling station with the minimum level
of fuel (quarter tank).
Maintains an up-to-date record of vehicles servicing, insurance and brings to the attention of the supervisor date of the next services and or renewal.
Immediately reports any incidents and or accidents, using the relevant reporting forms,
within 24 hours of incident or accident.
Always maintains vehicle cleanliness both inside and outside.
Responsible for the safety and security of the vehicles assigned at all times and that of the
passenger(s), vehicle accessories and or goods therein.
Observes and always adheres to traffic rules
Always ensures safe custody of the fuel card under driver’s care
Monitors and verifies that all required repair works are done to satisfaction before the
related payment is made.
Supports technical staff work while in the field.
Other relevant tasks as assigned.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
“O” certificate of education.
A clean valid driving license for classes A, B and C. DL.
A minimum of three (3) years hands on experience in a similar position in an international NGO, a recognized institution.
Experience of working in terrain regions.
Good knowledge in mechanics
Must have passed Ministry of Works and Transport competence driving test.
Defensive driving certificate is an added advantage
MUST be a Ugandan National.
Key Behaviors and Abilities:
Exhibit high levels of team work
Good communicator and proficient in English
High integrity and discipline
Experience in working with a diverse staff in challenging situations.
She/he should have demonstrated understanding of transportation; She/he will have demonstrated skills to work in project teams.
Ability to multi Task and work under pressure to deliver results
Familiarity with project geographical areas
Effective Interpersonal skills.
Fluency in English in both oral and written communication.
Willingness to support ACORD’s mission
How to Apply
Send CV and Application Letter to [email protected] to apply.
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