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African Wildlife Foundation
Driver/Field Assistant
Kaabong • Uganda
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African Wildlife FoundationProfession
Industry (Transportation, logistics, driving)
Seniority (Transportation, logistics, driving)
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African Wildlife Foundation
Non-profit + 1 more
Description
Key Qualifications
- A Minimum of a secondary school diploma or equivalent.
- Clean driving license with a Minimum of 5 years of professional driving experience with NGOs, development organizations, or private institutions.
- Experience driving in rural and field-based project environments is highly desirable.
- Experience supporting donor-funded projects is an added advantage.
- Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in driving and repairing different 4WD light vehicles is highly desired.
- Training/certificate in defensive driving is an asset.
- Auto Mechanics certificate is an added advantage.
Responsibilities
Transportation & Field Support
- Safely transport project staff, consultants, visitors, and partners to field locations and official meetings.
- Support transportation of project materials, supplies and equipment to activity sites.
- Ensure timely pick-up and drop-off of staff and visitors.
- Maintain accurate vehicle movement logs and travel records.
- Support field teams during community mobilization, trainings, monitoring visits, and stakeholder engagements.
Vehicle Maintenance & Management
- Ensure the cleanliness and good condition of assigned project vehicle(s).
- Conduct daily vehicle inspections before and after trips.
- Monitor fuel levels, oil, tires, brakes, battery, and other vehicle systems.
- Report mechanical faults and maintenance needs promptly.
- Coordinate routine service and repairs in line with organizational procedures.
- Ensure validity of insurance, licenses, and vehicle documentation.
Safety & Compliance
- Adhere to all traffic laws, road safety regulations, and organizational transport policies.
- Always ensure safe driving practices, especially during field travel in rural areas.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while transporting staff and partners.
- Ensure security and proper handling of project assets and transported items.
- Support implementation of safeguarding and safety protocols during field activities.
Logistics & Administrative Support
- Support logistical arrangements for meetings, workshops, trainings, and field activities.
- Assist with the delivery and collection of documents, supplies, and official correspondence.
- Support procurement and office errands as assigned.
- Maintain fuel consumption and maintenance records for accountability purposes.
- Vehicle Management: Ability to operate, maintain, and care for assigned vehicles in line with organizational fleet policies and procedures; ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance at all times.
- Documents & Records Handling: Competence in managing trip logs, mileage records, fuel usage, and service schedules; ensuring accurate documentation, proper filing, and adherence to retention policies.
- Operational Support: Skill in planning and organizing routes, coordinating transport schedules, and supporting organizational logistics to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with supervisors, colleagues, and passengers; tailoring messages to different audiences and reporting issues promptly in both verbal and written form.
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