Job Title: Driver
Organisation: FHI 360
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Salary: 16,000,000
About Organisation:
FHI 360 is an international non-profit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, technology, communication and social marketing — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries and all U.S. states and territories.
Job Summary: The FHI 360 office driver performs work in the operation of a vehicle to assure safe transportation of staff and other clients to and from various destinations in Uganda. Assists clients during entry and exit from vehicles as necessary and other courtesies. Assumes responsibility for care and maintenance of the vehicle; washes exterior and cleans interior; and ensures maintenance and repair of the vehicle.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Transports FHI 360 STRIDES Country Office staff, consultants, and visitors to designated approved locations.
- Ensures safety, cleanliness, security and maintenance of the vehicle.
- Provides day-to-day maintenance of the vehicle with timely oil changes, inspections, brakes, and tire pressure.
- Makes arrangements for major repairs for the vehicle when needed.
- Ensures all required documents with the vehicle are in order and up to date regarding vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, and necessary spare parts.
- Plans route and requirements based on schedule or ad-hoc requests by the office.
- Ensures passengers adhere to all road safety regulations.
- Fulfills special requests by picking up and delivering items as directed and running errands.
- May provide protection for clients in locations deemed high risk.
- Performs any other duties as assigned.
Supervision Given/Received:
- General supervision and instructions given for routine work and detailed instructions with periodic work review given for new activities or special assignments.
- Contacts are typically with individuals or authorized personnel using the office vehicle.
- Contacts involve office personnel or other authorized individuals
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Education:
- High School Diploma/Uganda Advanced Education Certificate (UACE)
Experience:
- 5 years of experience in driving a project vehicle, preferably for donor funded project
- Must have a defensive driving certificate, a valid driving license and a clean driving record.
- Experience in the operation of large vehicles; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
Typical Physical Demands:
- Frequent driving trips with authorized personnel.
- Ability to spend long hours driving the office vehicle.
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.
Technology to be Used:
- Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.
Travel Requirements:
- Ability to drive domestically on a daily basis.
- The expected hiring salary range for this role is UGX 16,000,000 – 20,000,000 annually for basic salary.
- When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, market pay, and budget.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and Interested applicants should apply online at the link below.
Deadline: 25th June 2026
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Level of Education: high school
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60