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Job Title:   Driver (Fresher US NGO Jobs)

Organisation: International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Duty Station: Yumbe, Uganda

About Organisation:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities which support them, as well as those who remain within their homes and communities. At work today in over 40 countries and 25 U.S. cities, we improve outcomes in the areas of health, safety, economic wellbeing, education, and power.

Job Summary: The full-time driver will provide safe transportation of staff to and from different locations and facilities, as well as ensure safety of their properties during transportation. He/she will ensure non-disclosure of any information whatsoever relating to the practices and business of IRC acquired in the course of duty, to any other person or organization without authority, except in the normal execution of duty.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspect and record the condition of the vehicle on a daily basis; prepare weekly maintenance checklist.
• Ensure timely servicing and maintenance of IRC vehicles (complete service request forms and maintain service maintenance records); report to head driver any mechanical problems.
• Ensure vehicle is insured and all legal documents are in order at all times; inform Fleet assistant three weeks in advance of any renewals due (i.e. insurance, road license, etc.).
• Conduct daily assessments of road conditions and security situation.
• Drive staff in a safe and courteous manner to during movements
• Operate HF and VHF mobile radio equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of interior/exterior of vehicle.
• Give accurate reconciliation within the given period.
• Obey IRC vehicle policy and operating procedures at all times (use of logbook, no drinking and driving, signing out vehicle on vehicle registry and so on).
• Assist with other duties as assigned by the supervisor(s).

Note: – The role of the driver cannot be limited to the specific duties and tasks detailed herein. The success of the IRC’s humanitarian mission is the highest priority and all issues which arise must be addressed accordingly. Therefore, s/he will be required to manage all unforeseen issues and circumstances and remain Flexible to perform any other duties, as and when required.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Minimum O – Level Certificate; An A- Level Certificate an added advantage.
• Valid driver’s license with classes” A, B, CM, CH, DL and DM.
• Good driving record; Minimum four years driving experience.
• Knowledge of Codan radio equipment; Fluent in English; NGO experience; Kiswahili language skills
• Knowledge of mechanics preferred.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online at the link below

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Deadline: 30th June 2024

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