Vacancy title:
Driver (UICT9)

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Transportation & Logistics]

Jobs at:
Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology (UICT)

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, July 31 2025

Duty Station:
Uganda | Kampala | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 23 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

To provide reliable transportation services for the Institute while ensuring proper vehicle maintenance and timely handling of pickups and deliveries.

Key Responsibilities:

Transportation Services:

• Safely transport clients and deliver packages to specified destinations on schedule
• Complete office pickups and other administrative transportation needs
• Maintain punctuality for all scheduled trips and appointments

Route Planning & Navigation:

• Proactively research and plan for potential route obstacles (weather, traffic, road closures)
• Utilize navigation applications to determine most efficient routes
• Operate fleet tracking systems to monitor vehicle locations and optimize routing

Vehicle Maintenance & Safety:

• Ensure vehicle is always properly fueled and prepared for service
• Report maintenance needs and arrange for timely repairs
• Maintain accurate digital records of mileage, fuel usage, and maintenance schedules
• Ensure full compliance with all safety standards using automated reporting tools

Record Keeping & Compliance:

• Maintain comprehensive digital logbooks for all trips and vehicle maintenance
• Keep all required documentation current and properly filed

Client Relations:

• Interact professionally with all clients and passengers
• Provide courteous and efficient transportation services

Additional Duties:

• Perform any other transportation-related tasks as assigned

Key Performance Areas:

• Safe and timely transportation services
• Effective administrative transportation support
• Optimal route planning and navigation
• Professional client interactions
• Proper vehicle maintenance and safety compliance
• Accurate record-keeping and documentation
• Flexibility in performing assigned duties

Qualifications & Requirements:

Education & Certification:

• Minimum Ordinary Level Certificate with pass in English
• Valid Class B driving permit (minimum requirement)

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years professional driving experience with reputable organization
• Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge (preferred)

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Clean driving record with defensive driving skills
• Ability to handle various road conditions and situations
• Strong customer service orientation
• Basic vehicle maintenance capability
• Physical fitness for driving duties
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Attention to detail and strong concentration
• Thorough knowledge of traffic laws and safety regulations
• Proficiency with digital tracking and reporting systems

Personal Attributes:

• Punctual and reliable
• Professional demeanor
• Adaptable to changing schedules
• Safety-conscious
• Trustworthy with Institute property

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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