Driver Agency For Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD)

Responsible for providing safe, secure, timely transportation for program staff and visitors in strict adherence to Ugandan traffic and road safety laws and ensuring general maintenance of motor

vehicles.

Roles    & Responsibilities

• Ensure the full functionality of the vehicle including fully operational repair kit, spare tyres, fire extinguisher, first aid box. etc.
• Drives assigned passengers and being on call all the times (night, on weekends and public holidays).
• Delivers messages, documents and letters as required.
• Liaises with Administrative Assistant on fuel allocation.
• Notifies the Administrative Assistant to renew vehicle licenses and insurances.
• Maintains a functional and accurate logbook.
• Ensure the cleanness of the vehicle both inside and outside.
• Reports service and replacement of worn-down vehicle parts to the Administrative Assistant.
• Checks the vehicle routinely; compiles service reports and ensures that the vehicle is serviced as scheduled.
• Report any accidents immediately to the office and nearest police station
• Any other duty assigned and or delegated by the line manager.

Person specifications:

• A minimum of O’ level certificate with at least a pass in English.
• Certificate in defensive driving.
• A minimum of at least 5 years of driving experience in an NGO setting.
• No more than 30 years.
• Must have a National ID.
• Should have a valid driving permit of Class B and D1 or DL.
• Time conscious and self-motivated.
• Should have good customer care and public relations.