Project Driver NGO Job Opportunities – Plan International
Organisation: Plan International
Duty Station: Uganda
Reports to: Administration Coordinator with dotted line to the Project Manager
About US:
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian not for profit organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And its girls who are most affected. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.
Job Summary: The position contributes to the project goal by driving Plan NORAD End Child Marriage project vehicles in accordance with the transport policy and procedures in order to enhance mobility of staff for efficiency and effectiveness.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Admin Logistical support:
- Observe and adhere to the safety precautions before and during driving taking into account prevailing weather and driving conditions to avoid accidents.
- Maintain punctuality and courtesy and adhere to traffic laws and regulations, and to Plan policies and procedures.
- Record the place of destination before departure and complete the vehicle usage record to indicate vehicle movement.
- Carry out daily condition checks to ensure that the vehicle is in good running order with valid insurance policies.
- Identify and report all mechanical faults and any accidents immediately to the supervisor so that appropriate action is taken.
- Conduct monthly inspection of the assigned vehicle and inform the supervisor of any observation that needs attention.
- Keep the vehicle in a clean condition in order to uphold the image of Plan and for the convenience of the users.
- Serve as the contact person for vehicle repairs and servicing and review invoices and services reports before they are submitted for payment.
- Deliver and collect mail and other documents to and from various offices, post office regularly and ensure its safety as and when requested.
- Train and test drivers and riders as may be requested, and submit recommendation to the supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- O’ level Certificate of Education
- Valid driving licence for classes B, CM, DL & DM
- Certificate in Defensive Driving is an added advantage
- Certificate in Customer care is an added advantage
- Knowledge of simple Mechanical repairs
- A Minimum of 3 years’ driving in a reputable organization Behaviours
- Flexibility to work outside normal working hours
- Good team work and excellent interpersonal skills
How to Apply:
All Qualified candidates please apply online at the link below
Submit letters of application together with their Curriculum Vitae and a copy of their recent pay slip. This should not exceed (2MB).
Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Plan International Uganda is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are therefore encouraged to apply at the earliest opportunity; however, only shortlisted candidates will he contacted. As a child centered development organization, Plan international Uganda is committed to prioritizing the safety, protection and wellbeing of children and young people. Therefore all successful applicants will be required to sign our safeguarding/CP policy, code of conduct & complete a police check with Interpol. Plan international Uganda does not ask for money at airy stages of recruitment process.
Deadline: 7th February 2020