Position: Project Driver
Location: Mbale
Deadline: 23rd December 2021
Salary: Competitive with excellent benefits
It’s hard to believe that today 844 million people do not have clean water and 2.3 billion do not have a decent toilet – around one in three of the world’s population. Every two minutes, a child under five dies from diarrheal diseases caused by poor water and sanitation.
We started because no NGO like us existed. We’ll end when no organisation like us is needed. In the meantime, we’re making great progress – since 1981, we have reached 25 million people with clean water and, since 2004, 24 million people with sanitation.
We’re looking for people who share a commitment to our vision. We’re looking for people with an appreciation and respect for different people and ideas, and the energy and expertise to help tackle the most important challenges. In return, you can expect to get inspiration from the change you help make happen, a sense of belonging and the feeling of being part of a global community. You will also experience stimulation and fulfilment, the chance to grow, and space to be yourself at your best. This is our pledge to you.
WaterAid Uganda is looking for a Project Driver to play a vital role in our mission to make clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene normal for everyone, everywhere by 2030.

Key Responsibilities include:
The Project Driver will be responsible for the safe, transportation services for WaterAid program and support staff, equipment, and materials required in the implementation of the country program’s activities. The driver will be fully responsible for the operations and maintenance of WaterAid Uganda’s vehicles in his/ her possession. The driver will adhere to all traffic and safety rules and follow the required transport guidelines. He/she will further ensure that vehicle log books are updated on a daily basis.

To be Successful, you will need the following:
• Advanced Diploma in Transport and Logistics or any related field
• Valid driver’s permit with class B, CM and DL.
• Six (6) years of driving experience within an INGO Good written and spoken english with the ability to produce reports in MS office applications. E.g. Word, Excel
• Good technical knowledge in mechanics and experience with vehicle repair and maintenance. Record free of accidents
• Good knowledge of understanding of traffic rules and regulations Good interpersonal relations skills. planning, organizing and team player skills
• Mature with a high sense of responsibility, alert, flexibility, courteous and neat

If you are interested in the position and have the right skills and attributes, please access the link below and download the Job Description and job application form here
https://web.monitor.co.ug/jobs/2021/12/ProjectDriver.zip
Fill in the application form and send with a cover letter to [email protected]  by 23rd December 2021 stating Project Driver in the subject line.
Water Aid is committed to ensuring that wherever we work in the world there is no tolerance for the abuse of power, privilege or trust. WaterAid reinforces a culture of zero tolerance towards any form of inappropriate behaviour, abuse, harassment, or exploitation of any kind. The safeguarding of our beneficiaries, staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf, is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff and volunteers are required to share in this commitment through our Global Code of Conduct. We will conduct the most appropriate preemployment references and checks to ensure high standards are maintained.
WaterAid is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment; religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity We particularly encourage applications from women who are underrepresented at this level in the organisation,
Only candidates shortlisted for interviewing will be contacted.