The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
Background
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 28 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.
Position Summary
IRC is seeking an On-Call Driver that will be attached to its Country Office in Kampala.
Scope Of Work
The On-Call Driver will be responsible for the safe transportation of IRC staff and materials as well as providing a high level of customer care services, S/he is also responsible for maintaining vehicles assigned to him/her and their accessories. He/ she shall drive IRC vehicles when called upon.
Responsibilities
- He/She is responsible for physical security of IRC vehicles assigned to him/her.
- Ensure daily cleanness, maintenance of the assigned vehicles and any accessories supplied with the vehicle.
- Ensuring vehicle have full onboard documentation. (Insurance, Waiver form, etc.)
- He or she should Know how to use onboard equipment such as 4×4, radios or winches.
- Complete routine maintenance checks as detailed by the Transport Manager.
- Operate vehicles in a manner maximizing the safety of passengers and of other road users.
- Ensure that S/he undertakes only IRC business and transports only IRC-approved personnel.
- Complying with all local road laws and appropriate customs.
- Complying with all security directives.
- Maintaining the vehicle’s log sheet.
- Ensuring that the vehicle has sufficient fuel.
- Maintaining the external and internal cleanliness of the vehicle.
- Adhering to IRC vehicle use policy and operating procedures (use of logbook, no drinking and driving, signing out vehicle on vehicle registry, etc.).
- Perform any other assigned duties.
SAFEGUARDING
- Promote and actively participate in initiatives (training, awareness raising etc) and efforts to build team engagement, inclusion, and cohesion in IRC [team/office]
- Foster ongoing learning, honest dialogue, and reflection to strengthen safeguarding and to promote IRC values and adherence to IRC policies.
Minimum Qualifications:
Essential Requirements
- A minimum qualification of UCE Certificate including at least a pass in English. Any qualification above this will be an added advantage.
- Must have a valid driving permit with classes B and D1.
- Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and first aid administration.
- Applicants should have at least a minimum of Seven (7) years driving experience with driving record justified with recommendation letter(s) from the former employer(s)
- A defensive driving certification from a well-recognized training institution is an added advantage.
DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES
- Clean driving record.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good Team player.
- Public relations and customer care
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Time management
- Flexibility
Gender Equality & Equal Opportunity
We are committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer generous benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances. We welcome and strongly encourage qualified female professionals to apply.
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity in our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request reasonable accommodation.
Professional Standards
IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.
NB: This advert will close on 16th January 2025. Please note that this position is a Short-Term position, and the Driver will be On-Call to support when required with the assignment closing on 31-Mar-2025.
