Project Driver (1 Position) – dfcu Foundation
REPORTS TO: Cluster Coordinator
JOB PURPOSE: The Driver provides safe, reliable, and efficient transportation support to YEELD program staff and operations within the Teso region. The role supports field implementation by ensuring timely movement of staff, materials, and equipment to facilitate delivery of program activities. The Driver plays an important role in maintaining vehicle safety, compliance, and operational readiness, while supporting the smooth and effective functioning of field activities across districts.
DUTY STATION: TBD
RESPONSIBILITIES/KEY DELIVERABLES:
1. Transport and Field Support
- Provide safe and timely transportation of staff, partners, and authorized visitors to field locations and meetings
- Support transportation of project materials, equipment, and supplies across districts
- Ensure adherence to approved travel schedules, passenger travel requirements and compliance.
Adhere strictly to all traffic laws, road safety regulations, and dfcu’s organisational transport policies.
2. Vehicle Management and Maintenance
- Ensure assigned vehicles are well-maintained, clean, and roadworthy at all times
- Conduct daily vehicle checks (fuel, oil, tires, brakes, lights) and report any faults promptly
- Coordinate routine servicing, repairs, and maintenance in line with organizational guidelines
- Maintain accurate vehicle logs, trip records, and fuel consumption reports.
3. Compliance and Safety
- Ensure compliance with traffic laws, road safety regulations, and organizational transport policies
- Maintain valid driver’s license, insurance, and vehicle documentation at all times
- Promote and adhere to health, safety, and safeguarding standards during field travel
4. Administrative and Logistical Support
- Support basic logistical arrangements for field activities and events as needed
- Assist in loading and offloading materials
- Maintain proper documentation of fuel usage, mileage, and vehicle servicing records
- Support procurement or delivery of small supplies when required
5. Safeguarding and Conduct
- Uphold high standards of professional conduct, integrity, and confidentiality
- Ensure safe and respectful behavior when transporting staff and community members
- Adhere to safeguarding policies, particularly when interacting with youth and vulnerable groups
EDUCATION & TRAINING:
- Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or equivalent qualification.
- Additional training in defensive driving, mechanics, or logistics is an added advantage.
- Minimum 6 years of professional driving experience, preferably with development or NGO programs
- Valid Driving Permit (Class B or above)
- Experience driving in rural and field-based environments
- Good knowledge of Teso region roads and routes
- Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- Strong safe driving and vehicle handling skills
- Good time management and reliability
- Basic record-keeping and reporting skills
- Strong sense of responsibility, integrity, and professionalism
- Ability to work independently and adapt to field conditions and flexible schedules
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse teams
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
- Integrity and Accountability: Maintains high standards of honesty and responsibility
- Reliability: Consistently delivers safe and timely transport support
- Professionalism: Demonstrates respectful and disciplined conduct
- Adaptability: Responds effectively to changing field conditions
SAFEGUARDING AND INCLUSION COMMITMENT
The role holder must uphold safeguarding principles and ensure that all interventions are inclusive, safe, and accessible, particularly for young women, persons with disabilities, and vulnerable populations.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their application to: https://careers.dfcugroup.com
Applications must include the following:
- A cover letter clearly stating the position applied for and highlighting relevant experience.
- An updated curriculum vitae (CV) with at least three (3) professional referees.
Deadline for applications is not later than 8:00am Tuesday 30th, June 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
dfcu Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We particularly encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, and refugees or displaced persons, in line with the YEELD Programme’s inclusion commitments. Canvassing of any kind will lead to automatic disqualification.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
dfcu Foundation is committed to maintaining a transparent and ethical recruitment process. Please be advised that all applications and recruitment services are provided entirely free of charge. At no stage of the hiring process does dfcu Foundation request or accept any form of payment.
If you have any concerns, inquiries, or suspect any fraudulent activity related to this recruitment process, please contact dfcu Foundation directly at: info@foundation.dfcugroup.com.
