Driver-Urban
Safely transport IRC staff and materials, maintain vehicles.
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Overview
Safely transport IRC staff and materials, maintain vehicles.
You have:
- Minimum Ordinary Level Certificate; A-Level Certificate is an added advantage.
- Valid driver's license with classes 'A, B, C1 & D1'.
- Minimum of two (2) years' driving experience preferably with NGOs.
- Able to pass the IRC driving test.
- Demonstrated teamwork skills.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently.
- 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.
Work Arrangement:
Job Description
Job Overview
The Driver will be responsible for the safe transportation of IRC staff and materials, care and maintenance of IRC vehicles and their accessories.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Inspect and record the condition of the vehicle daily; prepare weekly maintenance checklist.
• Ensure timely servicing and maintenance of IRC vehicles (complete service request forms and maintain service maintenance records); report to supervisor any mechanical problems.
• Ensure vehicle is insured and all legal documents are in order at all times; inform supervisor three weeks in advance of any renewals due (i.e. insurance, road license, etc.).
• Conduct daily assessments of road conditions and security situation.
• Drive IRC program 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.
• Maintain cleanliness of interior/exterior of vehicle.
• Give accurate reconciliation within the given period.
• Obey IRC vehicle policy and operating procedures at all times (use of logbook, no drinking and driving, signing out vehicle on vehicle registry and so on).
• Assist programs or SCV in loading cargo for the field.
Qualifications
• Minimum Ordinary Level Certificate: A- Level Certificate is an added advantage; Valid driver’s license with classes “A, B,C1 & D1”
• Minimum of two (2) years’ driving experience preferably with NGOs.
• Able to pass the IRC driving test.
• 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.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a challenging driving situation you've faced and how you handled it? | This question assesses your problem-solving and situational awareness skills behind the wheel. | Share a specific example that highlights your ability to stay calm and make decisions under pressure. |
| How do you ensure that your vehicle is always in good condition? | The interviewer wants to understand your approach to vehicle maintenance and responsibility. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about a time you had to work as part of a team while driving for a program. How did you contribute? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps do you take to ensure safe driving in areas with difficult conditions? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle conflicts or disagreements with team members during trips? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Added 1 year ago
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Updated 1 year ago
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Source:
rescue.org
