Driver

Job Title:                          Driver

Reports to:                      Human Resource and Logistics Assistant

Location:                          Kampala

Supervisor Duties:          None

No. of working hours     40 hours in a week

 

JOB SUMMARY:

Water For People is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) that works with people and partners to develop innovative and long-lasting solutions to the water, sanitation, and hygiene problems globally. The organization strives to continually improve, experiment with promising new ideas, and leverage resources to multiply its impact.

The Driver provides reliable and safe driving services to Water For People staff and visitors while ensuring the highest standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues.

The Driver also demonstrates a client – oriented approach, courtesy, confidentiality, tact and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Additionally, the driver drives the office vehicle for transporting authorized employees  and delivery/collection of mail, documents and other items for the Water For People project offices.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:  

• Ensure provision of reliable and safe driving for Water For People staff, officials and visitors and safe delivery and collection of mail, documents and any other cargo.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, indemnity reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records as required.
• Ensure that the vehicle is kept clean and tidy.
• Carry out weekly maintenance checks on the vehicle and provide reports and equipped with emergency/first aid kit.
• Comply fully with Water For People Uganda procedures on the reporting of accidents involving Water For People Uganda vehicles, including reporting any damages, mechanical faults or accidents that may occur.
• Ensure that the vehicle is parked safely at all times.
• Ensure availability of all required documents including, proof of ownership, valid driving license, vehicle insurance, vehicle registration, vehicle logs, emergency phone contacts, Water For People Uganda Security SOPs, first aid kit and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle.
• Ensure that all visitors travelling to the field are supplied with Field Visit Participant Waiver, in advance of the visit and a signed copy is returned and filed by the relationship manager prior to the commencement of the visit
• Support staff while in the field or at the office.
• Perform any other tasks as requested.

COMPETENCIES:

• Connects to the Mission – Embraces the mission of Water For People and is passionate about advancing the dynamic role it plays leading social impact in international development.
• Demonstrates Ethics and Integrity – Understands ethical behavior and business practices, and ensures that own behavior is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization.
• Manages through Ambiguity – Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in responding to change and ambiguity.
• Demonstrates Cultural Awareness – Able to engage the wide range of stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.
• Action-oriented – Maintains an attitude of open, curious and proactive learning, continually expanding own area of understanding and expertise.
• Connects with Others – Listens and fosters open communication through questioning, dialogue, and information sharing.
• Self-confident – Demonstrates humility, mature confidence and courage to innovate, risk, and lead in own role.

 

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED: 

• O’ Level qualification with at least a Pass in English & Mathematics. Possession of A’ Level qualification will be added advantage.
• Must possess a valid driving permit of at least class B. Possession of classes CM, DL or DM is preferred.
• Defensive driving, basic skills in vehicle fault diagnosis and trouble-shooting,
• 3 years’ work experience with Non-Governmental Organizations or donor agency.
• Good interpersonal relationship, communication skills and dealing with security matters.
• Courteous, patient, and respectful.
• Knowledge of at least 3 local languages and basic English
• Knowledge of road network in Uganda

 

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

• Position is based at Water For People’s Uganda office.
• Position requires regular travel to program sites in Uganda.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Water For People is committed to protecting children encountered during our work and by our employees, preventing sexual abuse and exploitation of all individuals with a particular focus on women and children and other marginalized communities in the performance of our work, preventing human trafficking in the performance of our work and in our supply chain and to having a drug-free workplace.  During the recruitment processes, additional documentation will be requested to comply with our policies and in accordance with the legal requirements in your country of residency, this includes a background check. If you apply for employment, we want you to be aware of our recruitment, selection and hiring processes including important policies regarding employee conduct.

Water For People is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to creating a culture of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. Water for people strives to create and maintain a level of diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Achieving this—regardless of race, ethnicity, ancestry, tribal affiliation, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, veteran status, disability, socioeconomic class, educational attainment, Parental status, genetic information, political affiliation or other social identities is critical to our ability to have a world where every person has access to reliable and safe water and sanitation services.

Our commitment ensures that we:

•            Have a different array of thinking that comes from diverse backgrounds and cultures, enabling us to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges.

•            Strive for a culture of inclusion and belonging by treating each other with dignity, respect, and appreciation enabling us to feel welcome, supported, and valued.

•            Effectively connect, communicate, and build long-lasting relationships with stakeholders within our diverse communities.

•            Have diversity of thought, perspectives, backgrounds, identities, and talents that will support our mission to develop high-quality drinking water and sanitation services are available to Everyone Forever.

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