Plan International Uganda Jobs 2021 – Project Driver

Job Title: Project Driver – Plan International Uganda Jobs 2021

Organization: Plan International Uganda

Job Location: Uganda

Reports to: Administration Assistant

Grade: A

Plan International Profile:

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian not for profit organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And its girls who are most affected.

Job Summary:

The position has no approval and supervision authority. In charge of the safety of the vehicle being driven and its occupants.

Roles and Responsibilities of Plan International Uganda Jobs 2021:

Accountabilities

• Observe and adhere to the safety precautions before and during driving taking into account prevailing weather and driving conditions to avoid accidents.
• Maintain punctuality and courtesy and adhere to traffic laws and regulations, and to Plan policies and procedures including the fleet management manual.
• Record the place of destination before departure and complete the vehicle usage record to indicate vehicle movement.
• Carry out daily inspection checks to ensure that the vehicle is in good running order with valid insurance policies.
• Identify and report all mechanical faults and any accidents immediately to the supervisor so that appropriate action is taken.
• Conduct monthly inspection of the assigned vehicle and inform the supervisor of any observation that needs attention.
• Keep the vehicle in a clean condition in order to uphold the image of Plan and for the convenience of the users.
• Monitor vehicle due date servicing and report on any need for repair.
• Serve as the contact person for vehicle repairs and servicing and review invoices and services reports before they are submitted for payment.
• Make motor vehicle monthly fuel reconciliations, reports and fleet compliance reports.
• Deliver and collect mail and other documents to and from various offices, post office regularly and ensure its safety as and when requested.
• Train and test drivers and riders as may be requested, and submit recommendation to the supervisor.

Child Protection and Gender Equality & Inclusion

• Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.

Leadership COMPETENCIES

• Set and communicate ambitious but realistic work goals and priorities, explaining how these contribute to Plan International’s purpose.
• Set high standards for self and others’ behaviour, inside and outside work. Championing our values and commitment to rights, gender equality and safeguarding. Supporting the health, well-being and both physical and psychological safety of our staff, including their safety to speak out.
• Hold self and others to account for what we have agreed, dealing with poor performance quickly, firmly and constructively.
• Create a positive team spirit, helping people work well together, to reflect and continuously improve the efficiency and quality of what we do.
• Collaborate with team members, colleagues and partners in finding creative solutions to problems by sharing information, experience and ideas and actively seeking their input.
• Motivate and developing others by taking an interest, giving constructive feedback and praise, ensuring they are properly trained and helping them utilize their potential.
• Accept change and support others in adjusting to it, helping them understand.

BUSINESS management COMPETENCIES

• Understand relevant sectorial context including how the sector operates in terms of funding and governance and awareness of Plan’s purpose, values, and global strategy
• Manage legal and reputational risk including risk assessment, communication, risk management and reporting in full compliance with risk-related standards, including in areas such as Child and Youth Safeguarding and Protection, Gender equality and inclusion, Counter Fraud, Safety and Security
• Manage activities and resources including skills in strategic thinking, planning and organising, financial planning and monitoring, negotiation and programme and project management
• Manage people and information including skills in assessment and coaching, evidence-based management, communication skills, both speaking and writing, and digital working, including personal digital skills.
• Technical expertise, skills and knowledge

Minimum Qualifications for Plan International Uganda Jobs 2021

• The idea candidate must have an o’level certificate of education.
• Valid driving licence for classes CM, DL & DM.
• Certificate in Defensive Driving is desirable.
• Certificate in Customer care is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of simple Mechanical repairs
• A Minimum of 3 years’ driving in a reputable organisation
• Behaviours
• Flexibility to work outside normal working hours
• Good team work and excellent interpersonal skills
• Communicates clearly and effectively
• Strong team-building and motivational skills
• Good interpersonal and public relation skills
• Basic computer knowledge in micro soft office applications i.e. excel, word, and use of email
• Experience in community led projects adds an advantage
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

How To Apply for Plan International Uganda Jobs 2021

All interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications through the link below.

Click here to apply

Deadline: 6^th September 2021

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