About US:

Uganda Red Cross Society (URCS) is the leading National Humanitarian Organization in Uganda and a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

Job Summary:

The Drivers will Provide Transport services and support to the URCS Projects across the Country. The driver will also be responsible for maintaining the URCS vehicle in line with the organizations’ fleet policy.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive authorized staff and visitors to and from various locations as per organizations policy and procedures.
• Maintain vehicles clean and in good mechanical conditions in line with URCS policies
• Pick, deliver and account for all correspondences (mails, messages, parcels etc.) in line with instructions and known office practice
• Plan and budget for the vehicle and provide other logistical support and prepare periodic accountabilities
• Ensure that safe driving practices are adhered to including local driving codes and internally agreed standards
• Prepare and submit vehicle monitoring report, including records of vehicle operations, maintenance, expenses, mileage, at end of each month

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The ideal applicant should have UACE or its equivalent
• Training in Defensive Driving
• At least three years of driving with a reputable organization Good knowledge of;
• Traffic rules and regulations
• Country terrain
• Local communities
• High level of integrity
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good Communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze issues and identify problems

Please send your filled application form, Download Here and attach your academic transcripts and certificates.

The filled application forms and academic transcripts and certificates can be e-mailed or hand delivered, and or by post to:

The Secretary General,

Uganda Red Cross Society,

Plot 551/555 Rubaga Road,

P.O. Box 494, Kampala, Uganda.

Email: [email protected]

Applications from suitable persons to be considered for appointment in the outlined positions are hereby invited.

All applicants should adhere to the Red Cross Principles.

URCS is an equal opportunities employer mindful of gender balance in its establishment.

Due to large volumes of applications; only short listed candidates shall be contacted.

Canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

Closing Date : 13th July 2020