Driver job at Hunger Fighters Uganda

Job purpose:

A driver shall be responsible for safe transport, vehicle maintenance, and recordkeeping, including driving personnel/goods, planning routes, performing daily checks, maintaining cleanliness, logging trips/fuel, adhering to traffic laws, and assisting with related tasks like mail delivery or administrative errands, ensuring professional conduct and timely service for the organization

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Transport: Safely drive company vehicles to transport staff, clients, or materials to designated locations.
• Scheduling & Routing: Plan efficient routes, considering traffic, weather, and deadlines, using GPS and navigation apps.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Conduct daily vehicle inspections (fluids, tires, lights), keep the vehicle clean, and report any defects or needed repairs.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate logbooks for mileage, fuel consumption, trips, and maintenance.
• Compliance: Adhere strictly to all traffic laws, company policies, and vehicle usage procedures.
• Logistics Support: Handle mail, deliver/collect documents, attend bank/embassy errands, and assist with office tasks (photocopying, purchasing).
• Customer Service: Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor, assisting passengers as needed.
• Emergency Preparedness: Be ready for calls and schedule changes, ensuring the vehicle is always prepared.

Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Proven experience as a professional driver.
• Strong knowledge of traffic laws and navigation tools
• Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and handle administrative duties

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stay alert and focused for extended period

Note:

• HFU offers equal opportunities to both women and men.
• Solicitation will lead to automatic disqualification.

• Transport: Safely drive company vehicles to transport staff, clients, or materials to designated locations.
• Scheduling & Routing: Plan efficient routes, considering traffic, weather, and deadlines, using GPS and navigation apps.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Conduct daily vehicle inspections (fluids, tires, lights), keep the vehicle clean, and report any defects or needed repairs.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate logbooks for mileage, fuel consumption, trips, and maintenance.
• Compliance: Adhere strictly to all traffic laws, company policies, and vehicle usage procedures.
• Logistics Support: Handle mail, deliver/collect documents, attend bank/embassy errands, and assist with office tasks (photocopying, purchasing).
• Customer Service: Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor, assisting passengers as needed.
• Emergency Preparedness: Be ready for calls and schedule changes, ensuring the vehicle is always prepared.

• Strong knowledge of traffic laws and navigation tools
• Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and handle administrative duties

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Proven experience as a professional driver.
• Ability to stay alert and focused for extended period