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Several Entry Level Driver UNHCR Project Job Opportunities – Windle International Uganda (WIU)
Job Title: Driver (Several Entry Level
Job Opportunities)
Organisation: Windle
International Uganda (WIU)
Funding Source: United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
Duty Station: Uganda
Reports to: Human
Resource Administrator
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
ideal candidate 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
·
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
·
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
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
How to Apply:
All qualified and
interested candidates should apply online at the link below.
Deadline: 18th January 2021
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