Driver WWF Uganda

The Drivers are to operate the WWF Assigned vehicles safely and efficiently as per the logistics and fleet guidelines in support to implementation of conservation work in the operational areas.

Main Responsibilities:
The post holder will be responsible for accomplishing the following:
1. Transport staff and implementing partners with designated vehicles according to approved routes, schedules and guiding policies.
2. Delivers supplies and parcels to agreed locations in a timely manner
3. Ensures sound mechanical condition especially preventive maintenance for the vehicle and notifies supervisor on timely service and repairs
4. Participates in loading and offloading of materials for transportation to the different locations
5. Ensures a clean and safe vehicle condition and cleans it as required with facilitation from supervisor
6. Ensures Uganda traffic code is followed adequately to the safety of self and other road users
7. Ensures mileage and fuel log sheets are filled all the time for accountability purposes on vehicle utilisation.
8. Maintains a smart appearance while on duty for organisational visibility
9. Communicate to supervisor on matters arising from field work for proper handling including emergencies.
10. Ensures liability waiver is signed for no staff to utilise the company vehicles and submits this to the supervisor at the end of each month.

What you need:

Qualifications and experience
Education / Qualifications / Training required:
• At least Ordinary level certificate with a Valid Drivers’ Licence with Classes B, CM, & DL Training in vehicle mechanics is a requirement; minimum five years of experience in a busy fleet section supporting project implementation;

Required Skills and Competencies
• Experience of working in a remote multi-cultural environment; Training in defensive driving and off road with Knowledge and training in first aid at the work place are an added advantage