JOB DETAILS:
Company Overview:
Watu Shule Uganda is a driving license school under the purview/umbrella of Watu Credit Uganda. This school provides specialized training programs and license loan services tailored to two-wheeler public transport motorcyclists. It aims to address the need for comprehensive training and affordable license acquisition options for individuals operating two-wheelers as part of the public transport system

Main Roles and Responsibilities:
As a Training Instructor at Watu Credit under Watu Shule, your primary responsibility is to provide comprehensive training to students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to ride two-wheelers safely and pass their driving permit tests. Your roles and responsibilities include:
Classroom Instruction:
• Conduct classroom sessions to educate students on Uganda's road traffic rules and regulations, emphasizing key points needed for driving permit tests.
• Deliver engaging and informative lectures on road signs, signals, right-of-way rules, and other traffic-related topics.

Practical Riding Training:
• Conduct hands-on riding lessons, ensuring that students acquire safe riding techniques required for the driving permit tests.
• Teach students the proper use of motorcycle components and controls, including braking, shifting, and steering.

• Provide personalized guidance to each student to address their specific learning needs.

Driving Permit Test Preparation:
• Prepare students for the driving permit tests administered by the relevant authorities.
• Offer support and guidance during the licensing process, ensuring students meet all requirements for successful permit acquisition.

Safety and Defensive Riding:
• Emphasize the importance of safety and defensive riding practices, which are crucial for passing the driving permit tests.
• Demonstrate and explain techniques for hazard identification, emergency braking, and safe maneuvering during practical sessions.

Progress Assessment:
• Conduct regular assessments, both theoretical and practical, to evaluate students' understanding and riding skills.
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance for improvement, focusing on areas relevant to the driving permit tests.

Maintenance and Pre-Ride Checks:
• Instruct students on conducting pre-ride inspections to ensure motorcycle safety and compliance with test requirements.
• Explain basic motorcycle maintenance practices and the importance of regular checks in maintaining roadworthiness.

Record Keeping:
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and assessment results related to permit test readiness.
• Provide reports to management as required.

Customer Interaction:
• Foster a positive and respectful learning environment.
• Address student inquiries and concerns with professionalism and patience, ensuring their confidence and readiness for the permit tests.

Job Requirements:
To excel in this role, you SHOULD meet the following qualifications and requirements
• Certification: Hold a valid riding instructor certification from a recognized authority or institution showing that he/she received and completed training. Present it at the first interview.

• Experience: Possess a minimum of 2 years of experience as a riding and training instructor, with a proven track record of successful student training and permit test preparation.
• 5 years of driving experience and Must have a class A driving permit
• Education: Have a minimum qualification of O-level (UCE) with a photocopy of UCE certificate.
• Age: Should be above 24 years and less than 65 years of age

• Medical: Must bear proof of examination and testing to ascertain the ability to instruct other persons.
• In-Depth Knowledge: Have a comprehensive understanding of Uganda's road traffic rules and regulations, road signs, and safety guidelines relevant to the driving permit tests.
• Communication Skills: Exhibit excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly to help students pass permit tests.
• Patience and Empathy: Demonstrate patience, empathy, and the ability to work with learners of various skill levels, ensuring they are well-prepared for permit tests.
• Safety Focus: Prioritize safety at all times and lead by example in promoting responsible riding behavior and compliance with traffic laws.
• Teaching Aptitude: Possess strong teaching and instructional skills, with the ability to adapt teaching methods to individual student needs, particularly for permit test preparation.
• Ethical Conduct: Uphold high ethical standards and instill ethical behavior in students.
• Customer Service: Display exceptional customer service skills when interacting with students and addressing their concerns.
• Continuous Learning: Show a commitment to ongoing professional development by attending relevant workshops and training programs, staying up-to-date with any changes to permit test requirements.
• Language preference; Lugishu, Ateso, Jopadhola, Lusoga, Samia, Kumam, Ateso, Luganda