Organization: Inter University Council for East Africa (IUCEA)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Secretary/Senior Administrative Officer
The
Inter University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) is a strategic institution of
the East African Community (EAC) responsible for coordinating the development
of human resources and research in the region.
IUCEA is charged with a number of responsibilities among them being to
coordinate academic and research activities jointly undertaken by Partner
states and member university institutions.
The main objectives of IUCEA are to (i) facilitate networking among
universities in East Africa, and with universities outside the region; (ii)
provide a forum for discussion on a wide range of academic and other matters
relating to higher education in East Africa; and (iii) facilitate maintenance
of internationally comparable education standards in East Africa so as to
promote the region’s global competitiveness in higher education.
Job Summary: The Senior Driver operates and keeps custody of a
vehicle assigned to assure safe transportation of clients to and from various
destinations and to assist clients on entry and exit from vehicles as
necessary.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Drive the Executive Secretary
- The incumbent will operate assigned vehicle/s
in a safe and courteous manner and in line with laid down IUCEA
regulations, traffic rules and regulations - Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on trip
sheets, customer transportation forms, vehicle maintenance, fuel
purchases, incident reports accident reports, vehicle condition reports
and other records that are requested by the management - Maintain the vehicle in clean condition all
the times - Carry out minor maintenance tasks on assigned
vehicle(s) and report defect for servicing on time - Respond immediately to accident or medical
emergencies by notifying emergency response providers, and rendering First
Aid until emergency personnel arrive - Conduct simple mechanical repairs
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned
by the Management from time to time
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate must hold a valid O-
Level Certificate - The applicant must hold a certificate of Suitability
Test for Drivers, Certificate of Occupational Test for Drivers/plant
operator grade -I and First Aid Certificate from a recognized institution
like St. John’s Ambulance or AA. MUST have a valid driving license. - At least five years’ experience of driving
senior managers. - Ability to read, understand, and adhere to
Traffics rules and regulations of the Partner States; - Ability to communicate effectively orally and
in writing; - Ability to establish effective professional
relationships with customers, co-workers, and upper level staff and
employees; - Ability to prepare concise and accurate
records and reports; extensive knowledge of the operations and features of
assigned vehicle(s); - Proven ability to recognize vehicle
maintenance needs: ability to perform minor vehicle repairs; interpret
maps, and route directions; and ability to administer First Aid. - Ability to drive a vehicle safely and
appropriately, including ability to read and interpret road signs in
English and Kiswahili; - Age: Below 50 years
All
suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their following
application letters should be accompanied with the following:
- Certified copies of the applicants degree
awards - Up to date and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
- Addresses of three referees, one of which
should be the current immediate supervisor
Applications
marked “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF SENIOR DRIVER” in hard copy or electronic
be addressed to:
Inter-University
Council for East Africa
P.O.
Box 7110, Kampala, Uganda
E-mail to:recruit@iucea.org
Deadline: 10th February 2016
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