Project Driver Jobs – International Foundation for Recovery and Development

Job Title: Project Driver

Organisation: International Foundation for Recovery and Development

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Organisation:

The International Foundation for Recovery and Development (IFRAD) is a holistic socio-economic development organization based in Uganda. It focuses on empowering vulnerable groups—particularly youth, women, and refugees—through entrepreneurship training, climate-smart agriculture, and health supply-chain innovation.

Job Summary: The Project Driver will support safe and efficient transportation of project staff, visitors, materials, and equipment while ensuring proper maintenance and management of project vehicles in the Teso sub-region.

The Project Driver is responsible for providing reliable transportation services for project implementation activities while ensuring safety, compliance, and proper vehicle maintenance. The role also supports logistics coordination and administrative tasks as assigned.

The position requires a disciplined, responsible, and service-oriented individual with strong knowledge of road safety regulations, vehicle maintenance, and regional travel routes within Teso and surrounding areas.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Transportation & Field Support

• Safely transport project staff, consultants, visitors, and partners to field locations and official meetings.
• Support transportation of project materials, supplies, and equipment to activity sites.
• Ensure timely pick-up and drop-off of staff and visitors.
• Maintain accurate vehicle movement logs and travel records.
• Support field teams during community mobilization, trainings, monitoring visits, and stakeholder engagements.

Vehicle Maintenance & Management

• Ensure the cleanliness and good condition of assigned project vehicle(s).
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections before and after trips.
• Monitor fuel levels, oil, tires, brakes, battery, and other vehicle systems.
• Report mechanical faults and maintenance needs promptly.
• Coordinate routine servicing and repairs in line with organizational procedures.
• Ensure validity of insurance, licenses, and vehicle documentation.

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to all traffic laws, road safety regulations, and organizational transport policies.
• Ensure safe driving practices at all times, especially during field travel in rural areas.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while transporting staff and partners.
• Ensure security and proper handling of project assets and transported items.
• Support implementation of safeguarding and safety protocols during field activities.

Logistics & Administrative Support

• Support logistical arrangements for meetings, workshops, trainings, and field activities.
• Assist with the delivery and collection of documents, supplies, and official correspondence.
• Support procurement and office errands as assigned.
• Maintain fuel consumption and maintenance records for accountability purposes.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Education

• Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or equivalent qualification.
• Additional training in defensive driving, mechanics, or logistics is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of professional driving experience with NGOs, development organizations, or private institutions.
• Experience driving in rural and field-based project environments is highly desirable.
• Good knowledge of the Teso region road network and surrounding districts.
• Experience supporting donor-funded projects is an added advantage.

Required Competencies & Skills

• Valid Ugandan driving permit with classes relevant to project vehicle operation.
• Clean driving record with strong commitment to road safety.
• Basic vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel extensively within the region.
• High level of integrity, discipline, and professionalism.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work under pressure.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and Interested applicants should apply online at the link below.

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Deadline: 30th June 2026

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Level of Education: certificate

Work Hours: 8