Vacancy title:
2 Drivers

Jobs at:
BTC

Deadline of this Job:
not later than Friday, 13th January, 2017.

Duty Station:
Kampala with possible travel upcountry

Job details:
Job Title: 2 Drivers
Duty Station: Kampala with possible travel upcountry

FUNCTION
BTC, the Belgian Development Agency, , together with different Government Ministries, are implementing the Bilateral Co-operation between Uganda and Belgium. BTC Uganda is therefore looking to recruit competent drivers for both the BTC Representation Office and the Projects. The Driver‘s main responsibility is to provide sate and timely transportation of BTC personnel, equipment/supplies as , well as maintain the assigned vehicle in good mechanical condition.

Major roles and responsibilities:

• Drive BTC staff who are based in Kampala, on a daily basis to any destination related to their work; 2 Accompany staff on missions outside of Kampala; .
• Deliver all the parcels, letters and messages; '
• Drive the assigned vehicle in accordance with Ugandan regulations and with due consideration and respect for the safety of vehicle users and the public in general;
•  Report immediately to the Finance and Administration Officer any incidents or accidents in which the vehicle is involved;
•  Report immediately to the Finance and Administrative Officer any damage caused to the vehicle by any means;
• Report immediately any defects observed and needs of servicing of the vehicle;
• Ensure that no unauthorized persons enter the vehicle without the express permission of the authorised staff;
• Ensure that the vehicle is not used for unauthorized purposes without the express permission of authorised staff.
• Ensure proper management and safe of the vehicle under his custodianship
• Maintain the vehicles cleanliness;
• Maintain an updated logbook for the vehicle at all times and ensure that it is submitted to the Accountant for accountabilities;
• Ensure vehicle maintenance records are in place and clearly displayed;
• Ensure that all licenses, taxes and insurances are paid and up to date prior to entering the vehicle;
• Ensure that all passengers entering the vehicle are treated in a courteous manner;
• Perform any other task as assigned b authorised staff.

Education and Experience:
“O” level Certificate with a valid driving permit of classes: A, B, E, CM, CH, DL and DM.
Working experience of at least 7 years driving with international Agencies or Development Partners

Knowledge Of:

• Defensive driving
• Basic automotive maintenance
• First aid
• Different routes around the country

Ability to

• Trouble shoot and detect anomalies with the car.
•  Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Determine the most safe and convenient routes around the country Personal qualities required
• Time conscious
•  Honest and trustworthy
• Organized
•  Patient
• Confidentiality
• Reliable
•  Flexible

Job application procedure
lf you qualify for this position, Send in your application not later than Friday, 13th January, 2017.

Attach a copy of your CV (Resume), application letter plus copies of academic certificates as well at least 3 (Three) recent referees with their contacts. Also attach a copy of a Valid Driving Permit. Address Hard Copy applications to: The Human Resource Officer- BTC Uganda
P.O.BOX 40131, Kampala OR
Hand deliver to: The BTC Resident Representative Office, plot 1B Lower kololo Terrace