Job Title: Driver
Organisation: Mountains of the Moon University
Duty Station: Fort Portal, Uganda
About Organisation:
Mountains of the Moon University (MMU) is a Public University established under Statutory Instrument, Number 2 of 2022, hence a body corporate with perpetual succession and a Common Seal. First established as a Private University in 2005, by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE), in accordance with the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act 2001. as amended, MMU has been making strides towards becoming an academic Centre of excellence.
Job Summary: To provide safe, reliable and efficient transportation services for University staff, students, visitors, official documents and other authorised goods.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Drive the assigned office vehicle for official purposes such as transporting Employees to carry out official and field activities.
- Keep any assigned vehicle in a clean and good state.
- Deliver mail as and when assigned.
- Ensure that the assigned vehicle is in perfect mechanical condition before transporting any staff or authorised visitors through regular checking of the vehicle.
- Keep a clean record of the fuel issued / consumed and journeys made in the logbook to simplify the accountability of fuel used.
- Ensure that routine servicing is done in time by monitoring the service mileage of the vehicle regularly.
- Keep a tracker to ensure validity of both third party and comprehensive insurances so that they are renewed when necessary.
- any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor from time-to-time.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least a credit in English Language.
- A valid driving permit of class B and CM held for more than three years.
- Certificate in defensive driving and training in road safety with exceptional knowledge of traffic laws and regulations
- Certificate of Competence from Ministry of Works and Transport will be an added advantage.
Experience
- (Should have working experience of three (3) years as Driver in Government Institution or a reputable Organization.
- Age: 35 years and below
Competencies
- Driving and Vehicle Handling Skills
- Defensive Driving
- Knowledge of Traffic Laws and Regulations
- Time Management and Reliability
- Confidentiality and Discretion
- Record Keeping
How to Apply:
Interested and eligible candidates MUST ELECTRONICALLY submit the application documents below merged as one document in PDF to Apply by Email
Application letter.
A detailed up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing names and contacts of three (3) credible referees.
Certified copies of the relevant academic/professional Transcripts and Certificates.
Copies of relevant appointment and confirmation letter (s).
Copy of a National Identity Card
Details of the physical address, telephone contact and email address.
Any other relevant documentation to support the application.
Application not in one PDF file and those arriving after the closing time and date will not be considered.
Applications should be addressed to: –
The University Secretary
Mountains of the Moon University
Box 837, Lake Saaka Campus, Block C, Ground Level
Fort Portal, Uganda.
The application must be received by 5:00 p.m. on 11th September 2026. MMU is an equal opportunity employer, and appointments to all positions are based on merit. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted formally. Females and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Deadline: 11th September 2026
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Level of Education: high school
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12