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Job Title:    Driver

Organisation: World Vision International

Duty Station: 
Uganda

Reports to: Programme Manager

About US:

World Vision Uganda
is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy Non-Government Organization
dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome
poverty and injustice. We currently work in over 41 districts in Uganda. World
Vision is committed to the protection of children and we will not employ people
whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is
conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks,
including criminal record checks where possible. “Our Vision for every child,
Life in all its fullness.  Our prayer for every Heart, the will to
make it so.”

Job Summary: To
drive authorized passengers, transport goods and services (information) and
check the mechanical condition of the World Vision vehicle regularly and act
accordingly in line with World Vision policies.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

·       
Drive World Vision vehicles/authorized
passengers to specified destinations as approved by the supervisor in line with
World Vision vehicle usage policy.

·       
Deliver packages, goods and mails and any other
information to specified people, places and offices in line with World Vision
policies.

·       
Check the vehicle status/condition e.g. engine
oil, water, nuts, battery water, license, Third Party Insurance, brakes, tyre
pressure e.t.c prior to any journey and carry out regular vehicle repairs e.g.
correcting hard start, tightening bolts and nuts, topping up battery water, e.t.c
in line with World Vision policy. Maintain the hygiene of the vehicle

·       
Report all major and minor damages and accidents
on the vehicle at hand to the supervisor in line with World Vision vehicle
policies.

·       
Monitor the security of vehicle, authorized
passengers and luggage in line with the vehicle policy.

·       
Record and maintain a travel log to record areas
travelled to, travel time, and work hours

·       
Dress professionally and in accordance with
company’s dress code.

·       
Prepare and submit vehicle monthly reports in
line with the World Vision Vehicle Policy.

·       
The driver shall strictly observe Traffic Rules
and Regulation and maximum speed limit as prescribed by the traffic regulatory
authority.

·       
Observe and maintain the regular working hours
and at all-time park the vehicle at the designated parking area.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·       
The
ideal applicant for the World Vision Driver job must hold an O’ level certificate.

·       
Holds a valid driving permit.

·       
At least three years of driving experience.

·       
Mechanical Knowledge is required

·       
First Aid skills are required

·       
Knowledge on safe road use is needed

·       
Ability to prioritize work in relation to need
and urgency.

·       
A working knowledge of fax machine, photocopier,
computer and telephone preferred.

·       
Must be a committed Christian, able to stand
above denominational diversities.

·       
Attend and participate/lead in daily devotions
and weekly Chapel services.

·       
Effective in written and verbal communication in
English

How to Apply:

All suitably
qualified candidates are encouraged to submit your application and complete
Curriculum Vitae by applying online through visiting World Vision
International’s e-recruitment jobs portal at the web link below.

Click Here

Deadline: 4^th March 2021

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