Job Title: Driver
Organization: mothers2mothers
(m2m)
Duty Station: Jinja,
Uganda
Reports to: Country
Finance Manager
About US:
mothers2mothers
(m2m) is an international non-governmental organization based in Cape Town, SA,
dedicated to providing education and support to pregnant women and mothers
living with HIV, and preventing mother-to-child transmission. Since its
inception, m2m has reached more than one million mothers in seven countries.
Founded in Cape Town in 2001, m2m is a partner in the United Nations’ Global
Plan towards the Elimination of New HIV Infections among Children by 2015 and
Keeping their Mothers Alive.
Job Summary: The Driver will transport passengers and
goods to the required destination in a safe manner and ensure that all vehicles
are in road worthy condition by undertaking routine checks.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Vehicle Maintenance
and safety
- Inspect vehicles for defects and safe operating condition before,
during and after trips and submit a written report on the condition of the
vehicle at the end of each trip of duty following m2m daily checklist - Ensure that the vehicle is kept clean and tidy.
- Ensures that the vehicle is parked safely at all times, especially
on overnight assignments. - Ensures that the vehicle is always parked at m2m office or a
designated parking location as per the m2m Vehicle Use Policy. - Transportation and safety of authorized passengers and items
- Ensures that passengers are driven to and from their destination in
a safe manner. - Ensures that loads and cargo are secure and transported safely.
Transport
documentation and reporting
- Fills out a vehicle Daily Log Book.
- Record the number of kilometers covered, fuel consumption, repairs
and service done. - Ensures any discrepancies re fuel and log book recording are reported
immediately. - Prepare and submit vehicle monthly reports in line with the m2m
Vehicle Use Policy. - Complies fully with m2m procedures on the reporting of accidents
involving m2m vehicles.
Other
- Carries out any other relevant duties as assigned by the Country
Finance Manager.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant for the mothers2mothers (m2m) Driver job must hold a
Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent. Certificates in
motor vehicle mechanics and defensive driving is an added advantage - At least three years’ driving experience with a clean driving record
and preferably with an NGO - Ability to maintain performance expectations in both stable and
stressful work environments - Hold a valid class B driving license. Possession of another driving
class is an added advantage. - Should have a strong customer service orientation and able to work
in a multi-cultural team. - Good oral and written Communication skills
- Commitment and Reliability
- Ability to take direction and learn on the job
- Willing to work odd hours
- Fluency in English and various local languages
How to Apply:
All those excited
about serving in this prestigious NGO should send their applications online at
the link below
Deadline: 19th May 2019
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