Driver job at Windle International Uganda

JOB DETAILS:
Scope of the work:
The Driver will support Field Operations by provision of reliable and secure driving services for staff, items and authorized persons.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The Job Holder will perform the following duties:
• Drive the vehicle to and from various activities and engagements around the Settlement and outside the region when authorized
• Ensuring that all passengers wear their seat belts at all times in the vehicle; ensure that goods in transit are safely secured and arrive at destination in proper condition
• Collecting and deliver mail/correspondence to Government Offices/ Partner Offices Commercial Establishments/UN Offices, etc. when called upon
• Ensuring that all immediate actions required in the Standard Operating Procedures are taken in case of involvement in accidents;
• Log official trips in the official log books;
• Prepare accurate accountability of Fuel used for submission to the responsible officer
• Comply with traffic rules and regulations as well as road security and safety awareness to enable safe on-time arrival for meetings.
• Day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the assigned vehicle
• Provision of inputs to the Logistics and Fleet Officers for efficient preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports;
• Keep track of insurance and applicable tax formalities.
• Administrative and clerical support: assist office staff in administrative tasks when called upon; Any other duties relevant to the position that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications: Education/Technical Skills and Experience
• A Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) from a recognized and registered School is required.
• Possession of a Valid Class DL Driver’s permit and above is a strong requirement
• At least 2-3 years’ professional driving experience is required with active experience in Field NGO operations.
• Active prior experience in and understanding of refugee operations would be an added advantage
• Mastered use of manual vehicles
• Experience of working in rural terrain and ability to maneuver the most difficult back roads
• Working technical knowledge of current protocols, operating systems, and standards
• Basic Computer skills (Microsoft word, Excel, Email)
• Good command of the English Language and ability to communicate effectively (written, verbally, non- verbally).
• Team player; ability to work within a team dynamic to achieve and deliver shared goals
• Experience working within a fast-paced environment; ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Competencies
• Values: Integrity, Diligence, Professionalism, Cultural sensitivity and diversity:
• Organizational Awareness
• Demonstration of sound judgment and ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment and to maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds
• Self-management and Emotional Intelligence
• Conflict Management skills

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: High School

Job application procedure

All interested applicants who meet the required competencies and wish to apply should visit our website at https://windleuganda.org/careers/ for instructions on how to apply.
Only applications submitted through the recommended link on the website will be accepted from 12th January up to 25h January, 2024 by 17:00hrs.