Driver Job
Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day
Salary:
Attractive
Job Deadline: 23 February 2026
Number of Jobs: 01
Hiring Entity: Norwegian Refugee Council
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| Norwegian Refugee Council |
Location: In Uganda
Job Details:
Key Responsibilities
- Driving Services
- Transport project staff, goods, and materials to designated locations safely and punctually.
- Adhere strictly to the country traffic laws, road safety regulations, and organizational policies while driving.
- Assist in loading and offloading goods as required.
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Conduct regular vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness, including checking fuel levels, oil, tires, brakes, and lights.
- Ensure vehicles are clean, both inside and outside, and report any maintenance or repair needs promptly.
- Maintain accurate records of vehicle mileage, fuel consumption, and maintenance schedules.
- Administrative Support
- Keep accurate logs of trips, including destinations, passengers, and any incidents.
- Support logistics teams with errands, including purchasing supplies, delivering documents, or other administrative tasks as needed.
- Safety and Security
- Ensure the safety of passengers, vehicles, and goods during transportation.
- Follow security protocols, especially when traveling to high-risk areas.
- Report any accidents or incidents immediately to the supervisor and assist with the preparation of incident reports.
- Perform other tasks as assigned to support the organization’s goals and operations.
Qualifications and Experience
Education and Licenses:
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license with minimum of class CM (Light Commercial Vehicle).
- Proven track driving record.
Experience:
- At least 5 years of professional driving experience.
- Experience working with Government, NGOs, UN agencies, or similar organizations is an advantage.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of local and regional road networks including Kampala Metropolitan Area.
- Basic mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.
- High level of professionalism, reliability, and discretion.
- Training in defensive driving is an added advantage.
Key Deliverables
- Timely and safe transportation of staff and materials.
- Properly maintained vehicles with accurate logs and records.
- Compliance with all traffic, safety, and organizational policies.
- Accurate monthly fuel report submitted.
- Safety and security of vehicle ensured during field missions
What we offer
- Duty station: Kampala
- Contract: national contract, 10 months (extension possible, dependent on funding)
- Travel: Frequent travel to the project sites
- Salary/benefits: grade 2 on NRC’s national salary scale.
- NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
- We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.
Application procedure
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Posting Date: 2025-02-21
