Country: Uganda
Closing date: 19 Aug 2018
SUMMARY
Position: Driver (Full-time)
Duty station: West Nile, Republic of Uganda
Duration; from 27th August, 2018 to 31st of March, 2019 including one month of the probationary period (possible extension)
Project Title: Education Assistance for South Sudanese in Refugee Settlements, Northern Uganda
Salary range (Gross): 1,020,000 – 1,280,000 UGX (depending on the ,experience and skill of a candidate)
Description: The Driver is in charge for providing service for the International Staff and Local Staff members of AAR Uganda Office on transport service, in charge as messenger and delivery of administration and activities of the project in area of Yumbe District, Arua District, and Kampala city unless mutually agreed by both party.
OVERVIEW OF AAR JAPAN
AAR Japan was founded in 1979 with a mission to help refugees from Indochina, and as a civil organization without any political, religious, or ideological affiliations. It has since then grown into an international NGO approved and registered by the United Nations. AAR Japan has five main pillars of activities; 1) emergency assistance, 2) assistance to persons with disabilities, 3) landmine and unexploded ordnance (UXO) action, 4) action against infectious diseases and 5) public awareness raising about global issues in Japan. Since the beginning, AAR Japan has operated in over 60 countries. Currently, we are active in 15 countries and areas, including 4 African countries namely Kenya, Zambia, Sudan and Uganda.
SCOPE OF WORK
Under the supervision of International Staff and Local Staff members of AAR Japan, the Driver shall:
a. Drive the office vehicle in safe manner with caution, abiding the traffic laws of Uganda.
b. Ensure all passengers fasten their seat belts,
c. Secure the vehicle at all time, locking doors/windows,
d. Maintain the vehicle daily in functioning condition, concerning fuel, water, oil and other fluids, tire pressure and keep cleaning inside and outside of the vehicle,
e. Report to the Employer on vehicle defects or any other abnormal conditions immediately if any,
f. Report any accident or driving incident, even minor, to the supervisor immediately and complete necessary reports if any,
g. Maintain the tool box and the first aid kit in functional order, and report the Employer if missing or breaking of any item,
h. Record a daily vehicle logbook and check-up record of the vehicle and submit to the Employer,
i. Checks daily vehicle schedule for the office (mission, transport needs), prepares necessary plans and report on changes.
j. Preserve the confidentiality of all matters related to AAR Japan’s operations,
k. Assist with loading and unloading items from vehicles,
l. Perform other duties instructed by supervisors.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
a. Ugandan citizen, residing in Uganda and able to base in Yumbe
b. Hold valid driver’s license and other required by government of Uganda as a driver
c. More than 5 years of experience as a driver
d. Fluency in speaking and writing English
e. Strong motivation to be part of an aid organization
f. Ability to work in a team
g. Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-national environment
h. Respect of punctuality
i. Maintenance of confidentiality at all times
j. Solid reporting skills
k. Training in Mechanics will be an added advantage
l. Working experience in NGOs or International Organization is asset
How to apply:
Interested individuals should send the following information at aar.uganda.hr@gmail.com. Incomplete application shall not be considered.
a. Cover Letter
*Include your motivation to work for AAR Japan and how your experiences are relevant to this job.
* Shall not exceed one A4 page
b. Curriculum Vitae (CV) : Use following format (Other formats will NOT be considered)
https://www.dropbox.com/s/x0wr5e52909ewrc/CV%20for%20driver_AAR%20Uganda.doc?dl=0
c. Three references including the most recent employer
Deadline for applications: 19th August, 2018
The final selection for this position shall be based on:
Whether the candidate matches selection criteria by the employer. Only Shortlisted candidate shall be notified individually by the end of August for further selection stage.