Driver NGO Jobs – mothers2mothers (m2m)
Organization: mothers2mothers (m2m)
Duty Station: Jinja, Uganda
Reports to: Country Finance Manager
About US:
mothers2mothers (m2m) is an international non-governmental organization based in Cape Town, SA, dedicated to providing education and support to pregnant women and mothers living with HIV, and preventing mother-to-child transmission. Since its inception, m2m has reached more than one million mothers in seven countries. Founded in Cape Town in 2001, m2m is a partner in the United Nations’ Global Plan towards the Elimination of New HIV Infections among Children by 2015 and Keeping their Mothers Alive.
Job Summary: The Driver will transport passengers and goods to the required destination in a safe manner and ensure that all vehicles are in road worthy condition by undertaking routine checks.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Vehicle Maintenance and safety
- Inspect vehicles for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips and submit a written report on the condition of the vehicle at the end of each trip of duty following m2m daily checklist
- Ensure that the vehicle is kept clean and tidy.
- Ensures that the vehicle is parked safely at all times, especially on overnight assignments.
- Ensures that the vehicle is always parked at m2m office or a designated parking location as per the m2m Vehicle Use Policy.
- Transportation and safety of authorized passengers and items
- Ensures that passengers are driven to and from their destination in a safe manner.
- Ensures that loads and cargo are secure and transported safely.
Transport documentation and reporting
- Fills out a vehicle Daily Log Book.
- Record the number of kilometers covered, fuel consumption, repairs and service done.
- Ensures any discrepancies re fuel and log book recording are reported immediately.
- Prepare and submit vehicle monthly reports in line with the m2m Vehicle Use Policy.
- Complies fully with m2m procedures on the reporting of accidents involving m2m vehicles.
Other
- Carries out any other relevant duties as assigned by the Country Finance Manager.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant for the mothers2mothers (m2m) Driver job must hold a Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent. Certificates in motor vehicle mechanics and defensive driving is an added advantage
- At least three years’ driving experience with a clean driving record and preferably with an NGO
- Ability to maintain performance expectations in both stable and stressful work environments
- Hold a valid class B driving license. Possession of another driving class is an added advantage.
- Should have a strong customer service orientation and able to work in a multi-cultural team.
- Good oral and written Communication skills
- Commitment and Reliability
- Ability to take direction and learn on the job
- Willing to work odd hours
- Fluency in English and various local languages
How to Apply:
All those excited about serving in this prestigious NGO should send their applications online at the link below
Deadline: 19th May 2019
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