3 Driver Non-profit Jobs – Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

Job Title:     Driver
Organization: Catholic
Relief Services (CRS)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Assistant Support
Service Officer
About US:
Catholic Relief
Services (CRS) is an international non-profit organization which implements the
commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and
vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and
operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all
faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to
serving those in need.
Job Summary: The Driver will
perform tasks related to driving CRS vehicles entrusted to you in a safe and
economical manner in conjunction with CRS policy and the traffic laws and
regulations of Uganda. The incumbent will also perform minor mechanical tasks.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: 
1.
Transportation & Safety:
·        
The incumbent will transport CRS staff and visitors
as instructed.
·        
Ensure safety of passengers & luggage at all
times.
·        
Observe speed limits and all CRS travel guidelines.
·        
Ensure use of seat belts at all times.
·        
Ensure proper communication procedures.
2.
Vehicle Maintenance:
·        
Maintain vehicles allocated in sound mechanical
condition.
·        
Ensure washing & general cleaning of vehicles is
maintained.
·        
Ensure that vehicles are fueled and serviced
promptly.
·        
Quickly report any faults/breakdowns & accidents
immediately.
·        
Ensure First Aid Kits are complete and spare &
tools are in allocated vehicle. Ensure that vehicle tools are always kept in
allocated vehicle.
3.
Record Keeping
·        
Ensure that all vehicles have log sheets and pens.
·        
Maintain accurate vehicle records -to ensure that
all trips, fuel fill-ups, time and mileage readings are recorded.
·        
Ensure fuel fill ups entry is made in the log sheet
timely and workshop request forms are filled and submitted for review.
·        
Prepare and submit all vehicle log sheets on a
monthly basis.
·        
Ensure to check vehicle on daily basis and submit
check list report.
·        
Send field trip report after every trip.
4.
Delivering and Receiving mail:
·        
Prompt delivery of all mail and maintain record on
delivery book, inclusive of cheques and equipment
·        
Check in post office for mail on a regular basis.
·        
Receive mail from partners and sub- offices and hand
deliver to CRS office. Check on vehicle comprehensive and 3rd party insurance
·        
Ensure that vehicle comprehensive and 3rd party
insurance are valid.
·        
Inform Transport Controller two weeks in advance of
renewals.
5.
Mechanical activities:
Road test and certify all vehicles from the garages.



Qualifications, Skills and
Experience: 
·        
The ideal candidate should hold an O’ level
Certificate.
·        
A minimum of three years’ driving and mechanical
experience.
·        
Hold Certificates/Licenses: Class A, B, CM, and DM
Driver s License.
·        
Understanding of the Geographical area of
assignment.
·        
Personal
Competencies (for all CRS Staff):
Serves with Integrity, Models Stewardship,  Cultivates Constructive Relationships, Promotes
Learning
How to Apply: 
All suitably
qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send their cover letters,
CVs and three work references (names and contact information only) to ug_recruitment@crs.org.
Deadline: 13th February 2018
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