Driver Jobs – Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST)
Organization: Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About US:
The Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST) is a government agency established in 1990 by an Act of parliament (CAP 209). The UNCST under the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MoSIT) is mandated to develop and implement strategies for integrating Science and Technology (S&T) into the national development process.
Job Summary: The Driver will provide transport services by driving and maintaining the UNCST assigned vehicle for official duties in accordance with the transport policy, and as directed by the supervising officer.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- To drive UNCST vehicles for official duty and assignments in a safe manner;
- To work as Driver to the Deputy Executive Secretary;
- Ensure the assigned vehicle is given regular/day-to-day maintenance checks and report technical mechanical faults to the supervising officer;
- Ensure scheduled preventive maintenance for the vehicle is carried out;
- Ensure safety of the vehicle and its passengers at all times by advising them on required safety measures;
- Observing safety and legal driving practices at all times with or without passengers;
- Maintain a professional and appropriate appearance at all times;
- Undertake any other UNCST tasks as necessary and as may be assigned.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at-least a pass in English Language;
- Valid Driving Permit and clean driving record (attach driving permit);
- Training in Defensive Driving;
- At least 3 years of progressive experience driving Senior Personnel;
- Basic Knowledge of mechanical and vehicle maintenance;
- Good communication skills, Flexibility and Customer Care;
- Time Management;
- High level of integrity & confidentiality;
- Age: not more than 35 years.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at the link below
Your application documents (your application letter and Curriculum vitae) should be received in soft copy as one pdf file. Address your application to: Head, Human Resources, Uganda National Council for Science and Technology, Plot 6, Kimera Road, Ntinda, P.O. Box 6884, Kampala, Uganda.
Deadline: 30th October 2020 by 5:00pm