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Job Title:    Driver

Organisation: World
Vision International

Duty Station: 
Uganda

Reports to: Programme Coordinator

About US:

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.”

Job Summary:  The Driver – Bundibugyo Cluster will drive
authorized passengers, transport goods and services (information) and check the
mechanical condition of the World Vision vehicle regularly and act accordingly
in line with World Vision policies.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

·       
Drive
World Vision vehicles/authorized passengers to specified destinations as
approved by the supervisor in line with World Vision vehicle usage policy.

·       
Deliver
packages, goods and mails and any other information to specified people, places
and offices in line with World Vision policies.

·       
Check
the vehicle status/condition e.g. engine oil, water, nuts, battery water,
license, Third Party Insurance, brakes, tyre pressure e.t.c prior to any
journey and carry out regular vehicle repairs e.g. correcting hard start,
tightening bolts and nuts, topping up battery water, e.t.c in line with World
Vision policy. Maintain the hygiene of the vehicle

·       
Report
all major and minor damages and accidents on the vehicle at hand to the
supervisor in line with World Vision vehicle policies.

·       
Monitor
the security of vehicle, authorized passengers and luggage in line with the
vehicle policy.

·       
Record
and maintain a travel log to record areas travelled to, travel time, and work
hours

·       
Dress
professionally and in accordance with company’s dress code.

·       
Prepare
and submit vehicle monthly reports in line with the World Vision Vehicle
Policy.

·       
The
driver shall strictly observe Traffic Rules and Regulation and maximum speed
limit as prescribed by the traffic regulatory authority.

·       
Observe
and maintain the regular working hours and at all-time park the vehicle at the
designated parking area.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·       
The
ideal applicant for the World Vision Driver job must hold an O’ level
certificate.

·       
Holds a
valid driving permit.

·       
A
minimum of three years of driving experience.

·       
Mechanical
Knowledge is required

·       
First
Aid skills are required

·       
Knowledge
on safe road use is needed

·       
Ability
to prioritize work in relation to need and urgency.

·       
A
working knowledge of fax machine, photocopier, computer and telephone
preferred.

·       
Must be
a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.

·       
Attend
and participate/lead in daily devotions and weekly Chapel services.

·       
Effective
in written and verbal communication in English

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.

Click
Here

Deadline: 7^th March 2021

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