Vacancy title:
3 Drivers

Jobs at:
Reproductive Health Uganda ( RHU )

Deadline of this Job:
16th March 2018

Duty Station:
Mbale, Fortportal and Lira, Uganda

Job details:
Reports to: Service Provider In-Charge

Reproductive Health Uganda (RHU) is a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), and its core mandate is to promote high quality, highimpact and gender sensitive Sexual & Reproductive Health and Rights information and services through capacity building, specialized service delivery, issue specific advocacy and strategic partnerships.

Job Summary: The Driver will drive, deliver messages and maintain Association’s vehicles in line with RHU policies.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive RHU vehicles/authorised passengers to specified destinations as approved by the Supervisor in line with RHU vehicle use and management policy
• Deliver packages, goods and mails and any other information to specified people, places and offices
• Maintain Association’s vehicles in proper running conditions-by conducting physical inspection/check of vehicle status/condition, e.g engine oil, water, nuts, battery water, license, third party insurance, brakes, and tyre pressure prior to any journey
• Monitor the security of vehicle, authorized passengers and luggage
•  Report all major and minor damages and accidents on the vehicle at hand, to the supervisor using relevant documentation/forms in accordance to RHU vehicle use and management policy
• Perform any other professional duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold an Ordinary Level Certificate with at least 2 principle passes
• Possession of two or more Classes of driving permit is preferred
•  A certificate in defensive driving from an established driving school/firm is an added advantage
• Three years of previous experience in driving, with a clean driving record preferably with a Non-Government Organization (NGO)
• Ability to interpret and follow traffic signs and regulations
• Keep record of motor vehicle movement
• Follow approved work schedule
• Monitor and report in time, expiry of motor vehicle road license and third party insurance
• Take security precautions
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously and able to drive long distance
• Good oral and written communication skills with ability to speak and write English
•  Basic routine maintenance and vehicle handling skills

NB: Female applicants are encouraged to apply

Job application procedure
All applicants should send post their application letters and attach certified copies of academic transcripts, a detailed Curriculum Vitae and other relevant documents as well the contact addresses (e-mail) of 3 referees including their telephone contacts to:

The Executive Director,
Reproductive Health Uganda,
P.O. Box 10746, Kampala. Uganda

Or hand-deliver at: RHU Head Office, Plot 2, Katego Road, Kamwokya (Opposite Uganda Museum).