About US:
The Government of The Republic of Uganda has received funds from Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA), Saudi Fund for Development (SFD), OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) and the Government of Uganda for rehabilitation and expansion of Kayunga and Yumbe Hospitals. The project objective is to deliver the Uganda National Minimum Health Care Package (UNMHCP), through improvement of Health Infrastructure.

Job Summary: The Project Drivers will transport staff, property, documents/parcels and authorized passengers within the stipulated Government of Uganda transport and traffic regulations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The Driver operates and maintains the vehicle in good mechanical condition
Carries out minor maintenance tasks on the vehicle when necessary.
Routinely reports all vehicle faults, and service in time to the Project Administrator and ensures that they are carried out.
Observes the servicing schedule of the vehicle.
Parks vehicles safely and timely in designated parking places.
In charge of transporting staff, property, and all authorized passengers to various destinations.
Responsible for the delivery and collection of goods and documents to and from various destinations.
Records accurately daily vehicle movements, mileages and fuel in the vehicle log book.
Keeps proper records of vehicle service, and repairs
Reports to the designated representative before departure from the station.
The Driver will report any accident involving organization vehicle to the nearest Police station, and to the Project Administrator. Ensures that a Police report is obtained in all such cases.
Ensures that the allocated vehicle is washed regularly and kept clean always.
Ensures confidentiality of any documents he may be assigned to handle as part of his duties
Routinely checks engine oil and tyre pressure levels every morning
Keep highest standard of integrity while executing his duties.
Performs any other duties as assigned by the Project Administrator.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate for the Driver placement should hold a Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE).
A minimum of five or more years of driving experience
Possess a valid driving licence (with class B) on computerized permit
Possess the ability to read, write and communicate in English
Excellent interpersonal skills
Simple mechanical knowledge
Results of competence driving test from Chief Mechanical Engineer.
Possession of defensive driving skills will be an added advantage

How to Apply:
All interested but suitably qualified individuals should send their applications accompanied with detailed curriculum Vitae, copies of academic/professional certificates should be delivered to the address below;

Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Health,
Plot 6 Lourdel Road – Nakasero,
First floor, Room No. C107,
P.O. Box 7272 , Kampala.

Deadline: 20th August 2015 by 1700 hrs