Driver job at Uganda National Meteorological Authority (UNMA)

JOB DETAILS:
JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION FOR THE POSITION OF DRIVER

Job Title: Driver (1)
Salary Scale: AS12
Reports to: Principal
Age: 23 – 55 Years

JOB PURPOSE
To drive and maintain the UNMA vehicles in accordance with the transport policy as directed by the supervising officer

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Drive vehicles for official duty and assignments;

• Carry out basic maintenance and sainines of the vehicle.
• Report major technical mechanical faults to the supervising officer;
• Maintain basic records regarding the vehicles as instructed;
• Ensure safety of the vehicle while on duty;
• Handle all driving assignments as approved by the supervisor to ensure operational efficiency;
• Carry out pre-and post-vehicle checks on a daily basis by filling in the check lists and writing after trip reports to the supervisor to ensure safety and that any arising mechanical issues are handled on time;
• Adhere to the highest driving standards by complying with the road safety act to ensure safety of staff and materials being transported and cost management;
• Daily cleanliness of the vehicle by washing and keeping it neat to maintain a good image of the Authority and give comfort to the customers.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Minimum of Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with a pass in English Language and Mathematics;
• Valid driving Permit of Class DM, DL, CM and B;
• Certificate of driving competence from an accredited organization
• Defensive driving certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years working experience from reputable organization

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Professional Certificate

Job application procedure
i) All applications must be accompanied with recent CVs detailing work experience, present position, certified copies of professional and educational qualifications. Applicants must also include a copy of their National Identity Card and three (3) referees (including their names, workplace and contact details).
ii) Females are encouraged to apply and applications should be physically delivered to the address below not later than 5.00 pm on 17th JUNE, 2024.

THE AG: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
UGANDA NATIONAL METEOROLOGICAL AUTHORITY
PLOT 22/28 PORT BELL ROAD, LUZIRA
P.O BOX 7025
KAMPALA-UGANDA
NB: UNMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER