Job Title: Locum Drivers (3 Jobs)
Organisation: University Research Co. (URC)
Duty Station: Kampala (1 Job), Bugisu (1 Job), and Karamoja (1 Job), Uganda
Reports to: Program Officer, Coordination and Office Management/Finance Officer
About US:
University Research Co., LLC (URC) is a global company dedicated to improving the quality of health care, social services, and health education worldwide. With a non-profit affiliate, the Center for Human Services (CHS), URC manages projects in over 45 countries, including the United States. Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems. Internationally, we expand access to and improve the quality of services addressing maternal, newborn, and child health; infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria; reproductive health and family planning; food and nutrition; and vulnerable children and families. In the US, we focus on improving communication related to issues like substance abuse, with a particular focus on reaching underserved populations.
Job Summary: URC is seeking an experienced Locum Driver for the USAID Uganda Health Activity (UHA), a five-year program. The purpose of UHA is to support the Government of Uganda’s (GOU’s) efforts to increase the survival and well-being of vulnerable populations and improve overall health system resilience in seven priority regions. The program will strengthen the quality and availability of MNCH, FP/RH, nutrition, and facility-level WASH services as well as health systems at the regional-, district-, facility-, and community-levels. The Locum Driver will perform the operations, maintenance, and management of project vehicles, including routine maintenance, as well as providing transportation for project activities for all staff. As needed, the Locum Driver performs office support tasks, as requested.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Drive project personnel and equipment to locations in Uganda for project activities. Maintain timely schedule set by program staff.
- Maintain project vehicles, keep accurate records for vehicle issues, including fuel, mileage, and trip logs, 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 on an as needed basis.
- Transport staff or consultants 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.
- Additional and other responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- 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, filing, moving furniture, answering telephones, sending faxes, and cleaning the office premises.
- Carry out routine monthly service of the vehicle, including oil changes and general service.
- Complete the vehicle logbook daily, recording all travel and requiring staff to be transported to sign.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a vocational education and a valid driving permit/license required.
- Certification in driver’s safety course or other road safety training desired.
- Defensive driving training with at least 3 years working experience. Must have experience driving within Kampala and in the regions of Uganda.
- Must be familiar with both local traffic regulations and be able to perform first line vehicle maintenance/repairs.
- A basic administrative & transport management course
- Good working knowledge of English language is required.
- Exceptional knowledge of traffic laws and regulations
- Understanding of motor vehicle functionality
- Great professional driving skills
- Familiarity with vehicle maintenance
- Ability to work under pressure, driving in difficult weather, and through heavy traffic, working on strict timelines, and mindfully acting if an accident takes place.
- Time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
NB: This job is open to candidates legally authorized to work in Uganda. No allowances have been budgeted for this position.
How to Apply:
All candidates should apply online at the link below
Deadline: 17th November 2023 by 2:00 PM.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.