Job Title: Program Driver – Yumbe
Organisation: World Vision Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
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.”
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Transportation of Staff and Goods
- Safely transport staff, visitors, and goods to various destinations as required.
- Ensure that all passengers use seat belts and follow safety protocols.
- Assist with loading and unloading of goods and materials.
Vehicle Maintenance
- Conduct daily vehicle checks (oil, fuel, brakes, tires, lights, etc.) and report any issues to the Logistics Officer.
- Ensure the vehicle is regularly serviced and maintained in accordance with the World Vision Uganda’s Fleet Policy.
- Keep the vehicle clean, both inside and out, at all times.
Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of vehicle usage, including mileage, fuel consumption, and service history.
- Complete and submit trip reports, logbooks, and fuel records as required.
- Report any accidents, defects, or mechanical problems immediately
Compliance and Safety
- Adhere to all national traffic laws and regulations.
- Follow the organization’s safety procedures and policies, including the use of seat belts and adherence to speed limits.
- Ensure all vehicle documents (insurance, registration, etc.) are up-to-date and available in the vehicle.
- Monitor the security of vehicle, authorized passengers and luggage in line with the vehicle policy.
- Ensure non WV staff have signed the waiver form before boarding WV vehicles.
Support to Operations
- Assist in the delivery and collection of mail, documents, and other items as required.
- Provide logistical support during field missions and events, including setting up equipment and arranging transport.
- Assist with other administrative and operational tasks as needed
- Report all major and minor damages and accidents on the vehicle at hand to the supervisor in line with World Vision vehicle policies.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- At least Ordinary Level Certificate.
- Formal driver training certification.
- Experience in driving, with clean driving record of not less than 3 years, preferably with an NGO in northern Uganda.
- Computer literate.
- Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
- Attend and participate/lead in daily devotions and weekly Chapel services.
- Perform other duties as required.
- Valid driver’s license for the class of vehicle being driven.
- Effective in written and verbal communication in English.
- Ability to work in diverse teams with cultural sensitivity, team player, high level sense of maturity and fast to adapt to working in remote and emergency working setting.
- Proactive personality, self-driven and strongly motivated, Team player, able to work with limited supervision.
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.
Deadline: 28th November 2025
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Level of Education: high school
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36