Job Title: Driver
Organization: RTI
International
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
About US:
RTI International is a nonprofit organization headquartered in the
Research Triangle Park in North Carolina. RTI provides research and technical
services. It was founded in 1958 with $500,000 in funding from local businesses
and the three North Carolina universities that form the Research Triangle.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:
·
Drive
the project vehicles with strict adherence to local traffic laws and in
accordance to project rules and regulations pertaining to vehicles
·
Transport
project staff and materials in Kampala and the regions of operation
·
Maintain
the vehicle in a satisfactory condition, including weekly cleaning of the
interior and exterior and periodic (quarterly) cleaning of the motor and
chassis.
·
Ensure
that tires are in good working conditions at all time, and that spare tire is in
good condition
·
Ensure
that vehicle usage log is updated on a daily basis and submitted on a monthly
basis
·
Ensure
that fuel consumption report is submitted as required
·
Ensure
regular maintenance of the vehicle, and that fluids (water, oil, fuel, washer
liquid, etc.) levels are at required levels
·
Report
any apparent malfunction to the supervisor
·
Report
any damage or accident to the supervisor immediately
·
Ensure
that the vehicle is safely parked and locked when not in use
·
Carry
out project errands as required
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
·
The
applicant must hold a Secondary schooling certificate
·
Five
years of experience in driving a project vehicle, preferably for a USAID or
other donor project
·
Valid
driver’s license in good standing
·
Defensive
driving certificate will be a plus
·
Knowledge
of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repairs.
·
Knowledge
of radio, email, telephone and other applications.
·
Trustworthy,
high sense of responsibility, alertness; physical fitness on duty, emotional
stability, neat and courteous.
·
Good
knowledge of the Project activity areas and the current conditions of roads and
highways.
·
Ability
to deal patiently and tactfully with people of different national and cultural
backgrounds/temperaments.
·
Flexibility
to fit into often changing priorities
·
Ability
to fluently communicate in English both verbally and written.
How to Apply:
All candidates are
encouraged to apply online at the link below.
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