About URC ASSIST Project:
University Research Co., LLC (URC), a US-based public health organization working in Uganda since 2005, is implementing the USAID Applying science to strengthen and Improve Systems (ASSIST) Project which is a five-year cooperative agreement dedicated to improving health, population and nutrition services through technical support to service delivery institutions, country Ministries of Health, USAID country missions, and cooperating agencies.
Job Summary: The Driver will support the USAID project by providing reliable and safe driving services to URC ASSIST staff and visitors while ensuring the highest standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues. The incumbent will also demonstrates a client – oriented approach, courtesy, confidentiality, tact and, ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. Additionally, he drives the office vehicle for transporting authorized personnel and delivery/collection of mail, documents and other items for the ASSIST project offices.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Driving:
· Ensure provision of reliable and safe driving for URC/ASSIST staff, officials and visitors and safe delivery and collection of mail, documents and any other cargo.
· Ensure availability of all required documents including, proof of ownership, valid driving license, vehicle insurance, vehicle registration, vehicle logs, emergency phone contacts, URC/ASSIST Uganda Motor vehicle and Security SOPs, first aid kit and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle.
· Respect standard traffic rules and road signs and URC operational procedures.
· Prepare the vehicle in time before departure (the day before) and ensure that the right equipment needed for the specified location, toolkit, fuel tanks full etc. are available in the vehicle.
· Must show respect and courtesy towards other drivers and road users.
2. Vehicle Maintenance:
· Ensure that the vehicle is kept clean and tidy.
· Fill out a vehicle daily log sheet and carry-out daily and weekly maintenance checks on the vehicle.
· Monitor the vehicle millage and ensure that it’s serviced at the right time.
3. Safety and Security:
· Ensure that the vehicle is parked safely at all times
· Take necessary safety and security measures always like enforcing wearing of safety belts, have a descent sleep a night before travelling and must be in a sound mind.
· Keep himself / herself updated on the security situation of the area where he is asked to drive to.
· MUST NOT drive under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other intoxicants.
4. Communication:
· Comply fully with URC/ASSIST Uganda Project procedures on the reporting of accidents involving URC/ASSIST Uganda Project vehicles.
· Report any damage, mechanical faults or mishaps that may occur to the vehicle including accidents.
5. Other Responsibilities:
· Uphold the spirit of team work with all colleagues at all times
· Perform any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor/chief of Party.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The applicants for the Driver opportunity should hold an Ordinary level certificate.
· A minimum of four years’ work experience gained through serving within a donor funded project with proven ability to coordinate multiple tasks.
· Should have training and a security related experience of about two years.
· Possess mechanical knowledge and should have attained a defensive driving course.
· Hold a Valid driving license of at least Classes B and CM.
· Ability to speak local language is an added advantage.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join University Research Council’s USAID Project should send an application Letter, updated CV, and relevant academic documents as well as names and contact information for three professional references and day-time contact numbers to: The Human Resource Officer- USAID ASSIST Project, University Research Co., LLC, Plot 40, Ntinda II Road, Naguru, P.O. Box 28745, Kampala, Uganda.
E-mail: assistugandarecruitment@urc-chs.com
NB: Please clearly indicate the position in the subject if you are sending electronically. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 3rd June, 2015 by 5:00PM