Part Time Driver UK NGO Jobs – Self Help Africa (SHA)
Organisation: Self Help Africa (SHA)
Duty Station: Kabale, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Administrator
About US:
Self Help Africa (SHA) is an International Non-Governmental Organization implementing rural development, sustainable food and livelihoods security programmes in nine countries in Sub-Saharan Africa. SHA’s vision is an economically thriving and resilient rural Africa with a mission to support sustainable livelihoods for Uganda’s smallholder farmers. SHA has been working in Uganda for close to 20 years.
About Project:
Self Help Africa (SHA) in partnership with African International Christian Ministry (AICM) and the District local governments of Rubanda and Kabale are implementing a project on Striking a Balance: Developing a green economy around the Lake Bunyonyi basin. The partners committed to improve household disposable income and access to sufficient food for the targeted beneficiaries. The project is being implemented in two Districts.
Job Summary: The incumbent will drive staff and to manage the project vehicle for Self Help Africa
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Drive the project vehicles with strict adherence to local traffic laws and in accordance to project rules and regulations pertaining to vehicles
- Transport project staff and materials in Kabale, Rubanda District and other regions
- Maintain the vehicle in a satisfactory condition, including weekly cleaning of the interior and exterior and periodic (quarterly) cleaning of the motor and chassis.
- Ensure that tyres are in good working conditions at all time, and that spare tyre is in good condition
- Ensure that vehicle usage log is updated on a daily basis and submitted on a monthly basis.
- Ensure that fuel consumption report is submitted as required.
- Ensure regular maintenance of the vehicle, and that fluids (water, oil, fuel, washer liquid, etc.) levels are at required levels
- Check on vehicle comprehensive and 3rd party insurance
- Ensure that vehicle comprehensive and 3rd party insurance are valid.
- Report any apparent malfunction to the Supervisor.
- Report any damage or accident to the Supervisor immediately.
- Ensure that the vehicle is safely parked and locked when not in use.
- Carry out project errands as required.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the Self Help Africa Part Time Driver job must hold a UCE certificate
- A minimum of five years of driving experience with preferably Non-Governmental organisations
- English Language proficiency and the local language (Rukiga/ Runyankole)
- Must possess a valid driver’s license with preferably classes B and CM
- Should have basic computer knowledge (Microsoft Word and Excel)
- Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repairs. Knowledge of email, telephone and other applications.
- Trustworthy, high sense of responsibility, alertness; physical fitness on duty, emotional stability, neat and courteous.
- Good knowledge of the Project activity areas and the current conditions of roads and highways.
- Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
- Flexibility to fit into often changing priorities
- Ability to fluently communicate in both verbally and written language(s) applicable to project requirements
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send a completed application form, Download Here, CV & Cover Letter by E-mail as follows: – uganda@selfhelpafrica.net. Please type “Part time Driver” – [your name]” in the subject line of the e-mail.
Deadline: 2nd May 2019
Please do not send certificates at this stage. Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, kindly note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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