Job Title: Driver
Organisation: Luigi Giussani Foundation (LGF)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About US:
Luigi Giussani Foundation is an indigenous for impact organisation that has for the last 17 years been responding to educational challenges in Uganda through research and capacity building at all levels of education.
Objectives of the LIT Program
The LIT Program aims to transform Uganda’s secondary education into an innovative, quality, and relevant education system that enables students to advance in education and transition into the workforce by 2030. The 5-year (2025-2030) LIT program is designed to deliver four key outcomes, namely 1) Elevated status of the teaching profession; 2) Improved teaching and learning practices in secondary schools; 3) School leaders increasingly adopt effective leadership practices; and 4) Motivated secondary education teaching workforce.
Job Summary: The Driver will be responsible for safely driving staff and goods to designated locations, maintaining the vehicle in good condition, and ensuring adherence to all safety and traffic regulations. The role requires punctuality, a strong understanding of road safety, and excellent time management skills.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Safely transport staff, partners, and materials to various locations as required
- Perform basic maintenance tasks on the vehicle, such as cleaning, refuelling
- Ensure adherence to all road safety regulations, traffic laws, and LGF transport policies.
- Ensure the vehicle’s documents, such as insurance and registration, are valid and up to date.
- Assist in loading and unloading items into the vehicle as necessary
- Adhere to health and safety standards, ensuring the vehicle is in good condition and that passengers follow safety protocols
- Respond appropriately to any emergencies on the road, ensuring that all passengers are safe and the situation is handled according to company protocols.
- Perform any additional related duties as assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- A UACE Certificate is required.
- At least five years of driving experience
- Valid driver’s license
- Knowledge of road safety regulations and traffic laws
- Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions
- Ability to handle basic vehicle maintenance and troubleshoot minor issues
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Academic Documents in a single PDF document to [email protected]. Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line.
Deadline: 6th June 2025
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