Organizational Setting and Reporting:
The post is at the United Nations African Institute for the Prevention of Crime and the Treatment of Offenders (UNAFRI) in Kampala, Uganda.

Responsibilities:
The Driver, under the direction and the authority of the Director-General, shall:

• Possess a valid and relevant driving license issued by the Ugandan Authority

• Drive Institute’s staff to locations within Uganda especially in Kampala City.

• Keep passengers safe at all times through defensive driving, timely servicing, and ensuring the vehicle is fully functional.

• Ensure the readiness of the vehicle, in a good mechanical condition and ensure vehicle is prepared for long trips on rough terrain prior to field visits.

• Maintain and monitor vehicle’s reasonable fuel consumption and mileage.

• Ensure the vehicle meets all legal requirements and standards

• Strictly observe traffic rules, regulations, and speed limits as prescribed by Uganda’s traffic laws.

• Perform daily errands, such as collecting and delivering documents, purchasing items for the office.

• Assist in routine office chores when necessary, such as photocopying, binding, filing, moving furniture, answering telephones.

• Ensure the vehicle has valid insurance., which is clearly always displayed.

• Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle both inside and out.

• Complete the vehicle logbook daily, recording all travel and requiring staff to be transported to sign on it.

• Taking charge of the office generator (Powering it on/off, fueling and service).

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education qualification.

• A certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanic is an added advantage.

• Certificate in defensive driving from a registered driving institute or other road safety training desired.

• 8 years of driving experience preferably 5 years of which are within the NGO or International Sector.

• Must have experience driving within Kampala and in the regions of Uganda.

• Must be familiar with local traffic regulations and be able to perform first line vehicle maintenance/repairs.

• Good working knowledge of English language is required. French is an added advantage.