QSSU-DRIVER-DR-VS

JOB ADVERTISEMENT:

DRIVERS

Position: Driver

Number of Positions: 20

Duty Station: Various locations across Uganda

Engagement: Framework Contract - Call-Off Deployment

Job Purpose

Our client is seeking

to establish a database of qualified and experienced drivers to support the

safe and timely distribution of vaccines and other health commodities from

central and district medical stores to health facilities across Uganda.

Successful candidates

will be responsible for the safe transportation and delivery of health

commodities while observing road traffic regulations, vehicle safety standards,

and established distribution procedures.

Key Roles and

Responsibilities

• Safely transport and deliver vaccines and

  other health commodities to designated health facilities across Uganda.

• Ensure timely collection and delivery of

  consignments from designated medical stores.

• Comply with Uganda's road traffic laws,

  regulations, and defensive driving standards.

• Conduct routine vehicle inspections

  before, during, and after trips to ensure roadworthiness.

• Identify and report mechanical faults and

  perform basic vehicle troubleshooting where necessary.

• Maintain accurate records of trips, fuel

  consumption, mileage, deliveries, and vehicle maintenance.

• Ensure proper fuel management and

  accountability for all fuel issued.

• Follow assigned routes and plan journeys

  efficiently, including travel to remote locations.

• Observe applicable procedures for the safe

  handling and transportation of vaccines and other health commodities.

• Respond appropriately to emergencies,

  accidents, vehicle breakdowns, and other incidents.

• Maintain the security and integrity of all

  consignments and related documentation.

• Demonstrate professionalism, honesty,

  accountability, and good interpersonal skills when interacting with health

  facility personnel and other stakeholders.

• Report delays, incidents, delivery

  challenges, and other operational concerns to the designated supervisor.

• Perform any other duties related to

  transportation and distribution as assigned.

Added Advantage

The following will be

considered an advantage:

• Previous experience transporting

  pharmaceuticals, vaccines, medical supplies, or other health commodities.

• Experience working with medical supply

  distribution programmes, health facilities, or humanitarian organisations.

• Ability and willingness to travel

  independently to remote and hard-to-reach locations across Uganda.

• Experience maintaining vehicle logs,

  delivery records, and fuel accountability records.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidates

should be:

• Honest, trustworthy, and accountable.
• Safety-conscious and responsible.
• Reliable, punctual, and disciplined.
• Flexible and willing to work in different

  locations.

• Able to work independently with minimal

  supervision.

• Professional in conduct and communication.
• Committed to protecting the integrity and

  security of transported commodities.

Deployment

Arrangements

Successful applicants

will be included in a database of qualified, ready-to-deploy drivers.

Deployment will depend on operational requirements and will be communicated

through a formal call-off.

Candidates must be

willing and available to undertake assignments across Uganda, including travel

to remote locations when required.

Please note: Inclusion in the database does not guarantee

immediate deployment. Deployment dates and assignment details will be

communicated when confirmed.

Application

Requirements

Interested and

qualified candidates should submit:

• An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Copies of their UCE certificate or

  equivalent academic qualification.

• A copy of a valid Ugandan driving permit

  showing classes B, CM, and CH.

• A copy of a valid Defensive Driving

  Certificate.

• Evidence of First Aid training.
• Details of previous driving employment

  demonstrating at least five years of accident-free driving experience.

• Contact details for at least two

  professional referees.

Applicants should

clearly indicate any previous experience transporting pharmaceuticals,

vaccines, or other medical commodities.

Application

Deadline: To be communicated.

Only candidates who

meet the stated minimum requirements will be considered for inclusion in the

database.

Requirements

Minimum

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must meet

the following requirements:

• Education: Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or

  its equivalent.

• Driving Permit: A valid Ugandan driving permit with

  classes B, CM, and CH.

• Defensive Driving: A valid Defensive Driving Certificate.
• First Aid: Evidence of First Aid training.
• Driving Experience: At least five (5) years of accident-free

  driving experience.

• Road Safety Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of Uganda's road

  traffic regulations and defensive driving techniques.

Required Knowledge

and Skills

Candidates should

demonstrate knowledge and skills in:

• Uganda road traffic laws and regulations.
• Defensive driving and road safety

  practices.

• Routine vehicle inspection and basic

  mechanical troubleshooting.

• Fuel management and accountability.
• Emergency response procedures and basic

  First Aid.

• Records management, including trip sheets

  and delivery documentation.

• Route planning and navigation.
• Safe handling and transportation of health

  commodities.

• Time management, reliability, and

  attention to detail.

• Integrity, accountability, and responsible

  use of assigned vehicles and resources.