Job Title:    Driver (2 Jobs)

Organisation: National Building Review Board

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Senior Legal Officer

About Organisation:

The National Building Review Board is a government agency under the Ministry of Works and Transport established by the Building Control Act, 2013. The Board is mandated to monitor building developments; ensure that the design and construction of buildings and utilities to which the public is to have access cater for persons with disabilities; oversee, inspect and monitor the operations of Building Committees; hear and determine appeals from persons dissatisfied with the decisions of a Building Committee; and to determine the fees to be charged by urban and district building committees for approval of plans, issue of building permits and occupation permits.

Job Summary: To provide reliable and safe transportation services, ensure proper maintenance of assigned vehicles, and support administrative and logistical functions in line with institutional policies and road safety standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: The Driver will be responsible to the Administration Officer for performing the following duties:

• Driving Services – Safely operating assigned vehicles to transport staff,
• documents, and materials between designated locations as directed by the Administrative Officer or authorized supervisors.
• Compliance and Safety – Ensuring strict adherence to traffic laws, road safety regulations, and organizational transport policies at all times.
• Vehicle Care and Cleanliness – Maintaining the assigned vehicle in clean, tidy, and roadworthy condition, both internally and externally.
• Minor Repairs and Maintenance – Performing minor vehicle repairs and basic mechanical checks to ensure operational readiness.
• Reporting Faults – Promptly reporting both major and minor mechanical faults or incidents to the Administrative Officer for appropriate action.
• Loading and Offloading Supervision – Assisting with and supervising the loading and offloading of official materials and equipment to ensure safety and accountability.
• Preventive Maintenance Coordination – Supporting the Administrative Officer in scheduling and ensuring timely servicing, inspection, and preventive maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s).
• Record Keeping – Maintaining accurate vehicle logs and records including mileage, fuel consumption, maintenance, and any incidents during travel.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other mandated authority.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education.
• A valid Driving Permit of Class D1 (DL) held for at least the last three years.
• A Certificate in defensive driving and training in road safety is an added advantage.

Competences

Technical Competencies

• Driving Skills – Proficiency in driving light and/or heavy-duty vehicles, with valid licensing and adherence to traffic laws.
• Vehicle Maintenance – Basic mechanical knowledge to perform routine checks, minor repairs, and ensure vehicle cleanliness and roadworthiness.
• Road Safety and Regulations – Understanding of and compliance with traffic rules, defensive driving, and accident prevention measures.
• Route Navigation – Ability to follow directions, identify efficient routes, and use GPS or local knowledge to avoid delays.
• Logistics Support – Competence in supervising loading/offloading, and transporting official documents, goods, or personnel securely.
• Record Keeping – Accurate logging of mileage, fuel usage, maintenance, and incidents as per organizational requirements.
• Emergency Handling – Capability to respond appropriately in case of vehicle breakdowns, emergencies, or road incidents.
• Communication – Clear and respectful communication with supervisors, colleagues, and external stakeholders when necessary.

Behavioral Competencies

• Integrity and Reliability – Demonstrates trustworthiness, punctuality, and accountability in handling organizational property and duties.
• Attention to Detail – Careful in monitoring vehicle condition, traffic rules, and documentation accuracy.
• Customer Service Orientation – Courteous and professional when interacting with passengers or clients.
• Discipline and Self-Management – Maintains personal conduct, appearance, and focus on duty.
• Teamwork – Willing to assist colleagues, follow instructions, and support office-wide operational needs.
• Safety Consciousness – Always prioritizes the safety of self, passengers, cargo, and vehicle.
• Adaptability – Ready to adjust to new routes, schedules, or work demands when called upon.
• Confidentiality – Respects privacy of conversations and materials handled in the course of transport.

Interested persons should submit one pdf document containing, and in the following order: (i). An application letter; (ii). A current Curriculum Vitae; (iii). Relevant and applicable academic documentation (iv). Valid professional and legally required registration and or practicing certification; (v). A copy of National Identity Card.

Applications should be by email and addressed to:

The Executive Secretary,

National Building Review Board

Email to: external.jobs@nbrb.go.ug