Driver – KAKIRI SOS Children’s Villages

SOS Children’s Villages is an independent, locally registered, child-focused, social development non- governmental organization with a strong reputation for providing quality care and protection, education, and health needs for vulnerable children. Since its inception in 1991, SOS Children’s Villages Uganda has reached over 60,000 children, youths, and adults directly and indirectly to become empowered and self-reliant to contribute significantly to the needs of their families and communities. SOS Children’s Villages works in partnership with a number of donors, (institutional and corporate agencies) including; Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD), Austrian Development Agency (ADA), Grieg Foundation, ERIKS
Development Partner, USAID/Bantwana World Education, European Union, AVIS Foundation, BMZ–Youth Can, Brand Charity, USAID/Uganda Private Health Support Program (UPHSP), Terre des Hommes (TDH), Stanbic Bank Uganda, DHL – Go Teach, Madhvani Group of Companies, HIMA, Pride Micro Finance.

SOS Children’s Villages Uganda is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following position;

Driver – KAKIRI (1)
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Programme Coordinator, the driver will be responsible for providing efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel and/or commodities in a clean and well-maintained vehicle.

TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Drive project personnel and equipment to locations in Uganda for project activities.
• Maintain timely schedule set by Programme Staff.
• Maintain Project vehicles, keep accurate records for vehicle issues including fuel, mileage and trip log and schedule routine maintenance and cleaning.
• Observe all company vehicle utilization policies and in country traffic laws.
• Perform daily errands such as collecting and delivering mail, making bank deposits and withdrawals, purchasing items for the office, and refueling the vehicles.
• Transport staff & Children to project sites and offices or for implementation of activities.
• Ensure the readiness of the vehicle, in a good mechanical condition and ensure vehicle is prepared for long trips on rough terrain prior to field visits.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle both inside and out. Ensure that the first aid kit is in place and always stocked.
• Assist in routine office chores when necessary, such as photocopying, binding, filling, and moving furniture.
• Carry out routine service of the vehicle, including oil changes and general Service.
• Complete the vehicle logbook daily, recording all travel and requesting staff transported to sign and submit to Administration officer for review and approval on a weekly basis.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• A Minimum of ‘O’ level Certificate
• Possession of a Driver’s license with Classes B, CM, DL.
• At least 6 years Driving experience.
• Experience in Defensive driving is desirable.
• Skills in Motor Vehicle Mechanics is an added advantage.
• Experience working with NGO’s is an added advantage.
• Oral and written English language fluency is a must.

SOS Children’s Villages Uganda is committed to keeping children safe from all forms of violence and abuse. Therefore, our selection process will include rigorous background checks at different levels.