JOB PURPOSE

Under the supervision of the Senior Manager, Administration and logistics. s/he will ensure that the approved official travels are safe and prompt through professional driving.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Uphold and promote BRAC Uganda’s vision, mission, core values, and policies, including compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Drive the assigned vehicle in a professional, safe, and responsible manner while strictly observing traffic regulations and all BRAC Uganda Fleet, Travel, Health, Safety, and Security policies and guidelines.
• Sensitize staff and all passengers on safety and regulatory requirements during travel and always ensure full compliance. Any cases of non-compliance must be promptly reported to the supervisor.
• Ensure that BRAC Uganda vehicles are used strictly for authorized official purposes only.
• Promptly report any mechanical, operational, or safety-related issues concerning the vehicle to the Senior Manager-Administration and Logistics.
• Ensure that the assigned vehicle is always maintained in a roadworthy condition through regular inspections and timely servicing.
• Ensure that vehicle insurance, licenses, and all statutory requirements are always valid, and promptly notify the Senior Manager-Administration and Logistics prior to expiry.
• Ensure that the vehicle is always parked in safe and secure locations, both within office premises and while in the field.
• Execute assigned duties and movements consistently in line with approved movement plans and schedules.
• Ensure that all vehicle movements are accurately and promptly recorded in the Vehicle Movement Logbook.
• Prepare fuel requisitions and ensure that the vehicle has adequate fuel before commencement of any official trip.
• Prepare material indents for vehicle repairs and follow up to ensure repairs and maintenance are completed efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Ensure that the vehicle is clean, presentable, and fit for use always.
• Hand over vehicle keys to the Senior Manager Administration and Logistics, or any designated officer, whenever the vehicle is parked at BRAC Uganda offices or premises.
• Prepare and submit standard monthly and any other required reports and supporting documentation to the supervisor and relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.
• In the event of a traffic offence resulting in the issuance of an Express Penalty Scheme receipt, promptly settle the penalty.

Safeguarding roles

• Read, understand, practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action
• Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do so.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• UACE Certificate / Diploma from a reputable institution
• Valid driving licence for Classes DL or D1 with no penalties
• A certificate in defensive driving is desirable
• A certificate in Customer care is an added advantage
• A certificate in First aid is also desirable

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of the traffic rules.
• Driving skills.
• Integrity, flexibility and diligence.
• Interpersonal skills
• Security alertness
• Diligence and self-drive
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Team work.
• Good communication skills

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

At least 3 years’ experience working as a driver in a relatively large organization of similar complexity to BRAC international.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Contractual

Location: Gulu

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Uphold and promote BRAC Uganda’s vision, mission, core values, and policies, including compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Drive the assigned vehicle in a professional, safe, and responsible manner while strictly observing traffic regulations and all BRAC Uganda Fleet, Travel, Health, Safety, and Security policies and guidelines.
• Sensitize staff and all passengers on safety and regulatory requirements during travel and always ensure full compliance. Any cases of non-compliance must be promptly reported to the supervisor.
• Ensure that BRAC Uganda vehicles are used strictly for authorized official purposes only.
• Promptly report any mechanical, operational, or safety-related issues concerning the vehicle to the Senior Manager-Administration and Logistics.
• Ensure that the assigned vehicle is always maintained in a roadworthy condition through regular inspections and timely servicing.
• Ensure that vehicle insurance, licenses, and all statutory requirements are always valid, and promptly notify the Senior Manager-Administration and Logistics prior to expiry.
• Ensure that the vehicle is always parked in safe and secure locations, both within office premises and while in the field.
• Execute assigned duties and movements consistently in line with approved movement plans and schedules.
• Ensure that all vehicle movements are accurately and promptly recorded in the Vehicle Movement Logbook.
• Prepare fuel requisitions and ensure that the vehicle has adequate fuel before commencement of any official trip.
• Prepare material indents for vehicle repairs and follow up to ensure repairs and maintenance are completed efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Ensure that the vehicle is clean, presentable, and fit for use always.
• Hand over vehicle keys to the Senior Manager Administration and Logistics, or any designated officer, whenever the vehicle is parked at BRAC Uganda offices or premises.
• Prepare and submit standard monthly and any other required reports and supporting documentation to the supervisor and relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.
• In the event of a traffic offence resulting in the issuance of an Express Penalty Scheme receipt, promptly settle the penalty.
• Read, understand, practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action
• Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do so.

• Knowledge of the traffic rules.
• Driving skills.
• Integrity, flexibility and diligence.
• Interpersonal skills
• Security alertness
• Diligence and self-drive
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Team work.
• Good communication skills

• UACE Certificate / Diploma from a reputable institution
• Valid driving licence for Classes DL or D1 with no penalties
• A certificate in defensive driving is desirable
• A certificate in Customer care is an added advantage
• A certificate in First aid is also desirable