Summary
Date Posted: Friday, December 01 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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DESCRIPTION
Hello Hello! Alight is recruiting Driver for our program in Uganda. You’re interested in joining us? Welcome, we’re happy you’re here!

If you join us, you will find…

A team with deep experience in co-designing solutions that create new value around the world. We know we need to always be better, and we believe in the power and abundance of everyday people, everywhere, to change the world with us.

A culture of radical accountability to our customers –as we help build a meaningful life for and with the displaced, we ask them what they want and then deliver on it.

Reporting to the Operations Officer, the Driver is responsible for driving and maintaining ALIGHT vehicles as per technical guidance and specifications established by the organization.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• To drive the assigned vehicle according to ALIGHT’s Vehicle/Driver Policy.
• To keep himself updated on the security situation of the area where he is asked to drive to.
• Prepare the vehicle in good time before departure (the day before), make sure the right equipment needed for the specified location, toolkit, fuel tanks full etc. are available in the vehicle.
• Collect and bring needed documents such as Delivery Dockets, Parcels, Documentations, Files, etc.
• Responsible for carrying at all times necessary documents, updated (driving license, passport, car documents, maps, etc.).
• The driver must follow and respect all traffic and road safety rules and regulations while driving.
• Adapts his speed according to road conditions and follow ALIGHT approved speed limits for the different road terrains.
• Responsible for the safety of staff and goods carried goods (safely stored and tightened, weight balanced).
• Load and offload his vehicle as required.
• He is to drive and master his vehicle in a safe and controlled manner in order to avoid accidents.
• Drive assigned vehicle in safe manner and on movement schedules as directed by tour supervisor.
• Drive organizational vehicles in strict adherence to the laws governing road safety for other motorists, cyclists, pedestrians and passengers.
• Maintain assigned vehicle in good working condition through daily routine checks on battery, water, oil, lighting, etc.
• Keeps assigned vehicle full of fuel, oil, water and other lubricants, and account to your supervisor for onward reporting.
• Keep and maintain records of motor vehicle Log Book.
• Prepare fuel accountabilities (photo copying fuel receipts, tracking sheets, reconciliation log sheets and monthly fuel consumption reports)
• Wash, clean and make the vehicle tidy for use.
• Make weekly vehicle inspection checklists, or where necessary instant, reports to your supervisor regarding mechanical status of the allocated vehicle.
• Assist in identifying and carrying out minor motor vehicle repairs.
• Keep charge of the motor vehicle accessories kept in the allocated vehicle.
• Assist program staff in program activities whenever necessary.
• Must ensure that any authorized non-staff using ALIGHT vehicles sign the Limit of Liability Form before and after each trip.
• He/she is to show respect and courtesy towards other drivers and road users.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

REQUIREMENTS
• Ordinary Level Education
• Certificate in Defensive Driving
• Must hold a valid driving license with class B, DL, CM, CH and at least 5 years driving experience.
• Experience in working with multi-cultural environments
• Fluency in spoken and written English;
• Flexibility and willingness to work early mornings / late nights as and when required;



Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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