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Title:         
Driver

Organization: Windle International Uganda (WIU)

Funding Source: United Nations High Commissioner
for Refugees (UNHCR)

Duty Station: Uganda

About US:

Windle International Uganda (WIU) formerly Windle Trust
Uganda is a registered INGO whose mission is to promote peace and development
in communities through provision and coordination of Education and training for
Refugees and people affected by conflict.Windle International Uganda is the
lead partner of UNHCR in implementing Education Projects in Uganda with close
collaboration with the Government of Uganda through the Office of the Prime
Minister.

Job Summary:   The Driver will support Field Operations by
provision of reliable and secure driving services for staff, items and
authorized persons.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

·      
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;

·      
Assist the Human Resource Staff in preparation
of accurate accountability of Fuel used whenever called upon

·      
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 from time to time when called upon;

·      
Any other duties relevant to the position that
may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·      
The applicant for the Windle International
Uganda (WIU) Driver job opportunity must hold 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

·      
Two to three years of professional driving
experience is required

·      
2-3 years’ active experience in Field NGO
operations is also a requirement.

·      
Active prior experience in and understanding of
refugee operations would be an added advantage

·      
Relevant Driving certification.

·      
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

·      
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

How to Apply:

All interested applicants should apply online at the link
below.

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Deadline: 13th January, 2020

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