Driver

Work Arrangement:

Job Description

BACKGROUND:

Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a world leader in relief, rehabilitation, and post-conflict development services for those uprooted or affected by violent conflict and oppression. The IRC is currently working in over 25 countries around the world, addressing both the immediate and lifesaving needs of conflict affected people in emergencies and the reconstruction needs of post-conflict societies.

The IRC has been working in Uganda since 1998 supporting IDPs, refugees and local communities. IRC Uganda has its country office in Kampala and regional offices in Kitgum Moroto, and Yumbe. The current program portfolio includes health, protection and rule of law, women’s protection and empowerment, and economic recovery and development programming.

PlayMatters reimagines childhood for refugees. It will bring play-based learning to children across Ethiopia, Uganda, and a to be confirmed third country. It will redefine education and cultivate a generation of lifelong builders. PlayMatters is inspired by LEGO Foundation’s call to challenge the status quo, to offer children the quality education they dream of. Children are not gaining the skills they need; teachers are under-supported, and parents are overwhelmed. The systems built to serve them are failing them. PlayMatters proudly offers something different. It will be delivered by a coalition with a track record of thinking and delivering differently

SCOPE OF WORK:

The Driver will be responsible for the safe transportation of PlayMatters Regional staff and materials, care and maintenance of assigned vehicles and their accessories.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Inspect and record the condition of the vehicles daily; prepare weekly maintenance checklist. - Ensure timely servicing and maintenance of PlayMatters regional office vehicles (complete service request forms and maintain service maintenance records), report to the Supply chain Officer any mechanical problems. - Ensure vehicles are insured and all legal documents are always in order; inform PlayMatters Supply chain Officer three weeks in advance of any renewals due (i.e., insurance, road license, etc.). - Record, reconcile and report fuel consumption on a period basis using worksheets. - Conduct daily assessments of road conditions and security situation. - Drive PlayMatters regional project staff in a safe and courteous manner to field sites across the country. - Deliver mail/messages as directed. - Operate HF and VHF mobile radio equipment if any. - Maintain cleanliness of interior/exterior of PlayMatters Regional office vehicles. - Give accurate reconciliation of expenditures within the given period. - Adhere to IRC fleet policy and operating procedures (use of logbook, no drinking and driving, signing out vehicle on vehicle registry and so on). - Assist programs or PlayMatters Admin Officer in loading cargo for the field.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS (Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities)

Education

- Minimum Ordinary Level Certificate: A- Level Certificate is an added advantage; Valid driver’s license with classes “A, B & DL”

Experience

- Minimum of two (2) years’ driving experience preferably with NGOs.

Skills and Abilities

- Able to pass the IRC driving test and demonstrated teamwork skills. - Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently. - Flexible and able to work in a dynamic and diverse environment. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, excellent Microsoft word and Microsoft excel skills. - Willingness to travel to 'insecure areas within the constraints of IRC Uganda's security policy. - Language Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. - Must have and present a valid Driver’s License to be considered for the interview.

STANDARDS FOR PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

The IRC and IRC staff must adhere to the values and principles outlined in The IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces a range of policies, including on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

Gender Equality & Equal Opportunity

We are committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer generous benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances. We welcome and strongly encourage qualified female professionals to apply.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request reasonable accommodation.

This position is only for Ugandan nationals to apply; IRC strives to attract, motivate, and retain qualified national staff in our programs.

NB: This advert will close on 28th November 2023. When applying candidates are required to attach scanned copies of their Driving Permit to be considered for selection