OVERVIEW 

Are you passionate about being an advocate for children? Do you want to use your expertise to bring about lasting change for children and be a part of an inspiring, dynamic global movement?

ROLE PURPOSE: 

The Job Holder will drive Save the Children vehicles collect and deliver people, goods and documents on Save the Children business safely and efficiently to their destinations in line with Save the Children Policy and procedures. The Driver may be called upon as and when necessary to support the emergency team in cases of humanitarian crisis.

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THE ROLE 

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Drive Save the Children vehicles to collect and deliver people, documents and goods to their destinations safely and on time, in line with Save the Children policy and guidelines.
• Maintain the vehicle(s) in a clean and sound mechanical condition and always ensure its safety in line with Save the Children Policy and guidelines.
• Ensure that the vehicle is mechanically attended to and is properly checked for oil, water, fan belt tension, brake fluid, levels etc before leaving for trip, including recommendations (to management) vehicle service in line with Save the Children policy and guidelines.
• Maintain an up-to-date mileage log sheet and submit to the supervisor monthly in line with Save the Children policy. In addition, submit monthly vehicle log sheets and vehicle Profleet reports in excel on monthly basis.
• Ensure that the road license and vehicle insurance are valid and renewed on time in line with national traffic regulations and Save the Children policy.
• Ensure that the vehicle’s tools/accessories including spare wheel, Jack, wheel spanner, first aid kit, Fire extinguisher etc are always kept in the vehicle and in good order in accordance to Save the Children policy.
• Report any damage to the vehicle or defects arising at the earliest possible time to the supervisor (Supply chain officer/manager, Fleet Coordinator) as required by policy in line with the traffic regulations and Save the Children policy.
• Cooperate and be of assistance to staff and visitors – assist in troubleshooting potential problems during daily business.
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Save the Children and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission in country of operation.
• Follow travel instructions and observe all traffic regulations/ laws in place, where needs arise advise on the possible breach of traffic regulations/ laws in line with Save the Children policy and guidelines.
• Ability to adhere to the Save the Children Child Protection Code of Conduct, Security Guidelines, Chronic Illness Policy and ethical Principles

To be a strong supporter and advocate for children in this role you will need to have:

• At least possess minimum qualification of O level with Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) certificate.
• At least five years relevant experience preferably in an International NGO.
• Possess valid driving license.
• Classes DM, DL, CM and B license held for at least three years.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Good interpersonal/communication skills.
• Ready to travel to the field from time to time.
• Good computer skills in Ms Word, Excel.
• Knowledge of routes, duty stations, project areas, in the NGO and diplomatic community is required.
• Must know Save the Children vehicle policies and regulations.

Additional job responsibilities.

• The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.
• Driver should also be able to successfully multitask while demonstrating patience along with strong organization and time management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain conducive collegial relations and perform effectively as a member of a team.
• Cooperative, Willingness to travel and work in hard-to-reach areas under strenuous conditions given the humanitarian context.
• Computer literacy and excellent documentation.
• Availability and willingness to work extra hours during times of humanitarian responses.
• Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures,
• Excellent time management and planning capacity.
• Other duties as assigned.