Driver Job Opportunity – Medical Teams Uganda

About Medical Teams Uganda

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport staff, patients, volunteers, guests, and authorized passengers.
• Transport medical supplies, equipment, and organizational materials to designated locations.
• Operate assigned vehicles in accordance with Medical Teams International fleet policies.
• Observe all Uganda road traffic regulations and defensive driving practices.
• Ensure passengers arrive safely and on schedule.

• Conduct daily vehicle inspections before and after every trip.
• Identify vehicle maintenance issues and immediately report them to the supervisor.
• Transport vehicles to approved garages for scheduled servicing and repairs.
• Monitor oil levels, coolant, brake fluid, tyres, battery, and other essential vehicle components.
• Ensure vehicles remain mechanically sound and roadworthy at all times.
• Keep vehicles clean, well-maintained, and free from debris.

• Maintain accurate vehicle logbooks for every journey.
• Submit weekly vehicle inspection reports according to organizational schedules.
• Record fuel consumption and mileage accurately.
• Ensure all vehicle documentation is current and available inside the vehicle.
• Maintain proper transport documentation for delivered goods.

• Ensure all passengers wear appropriate seat belts throughout the journey.
• Verify passengers possess all required travel documentation before departure.
• Follow organizational safety procedures during transportation.
• Drive responsibly under all weather and road conditions.

• Support healthcare personnel in administering First Aid during emergencies when required.
• Assist in patient evacuation according to Medical Teams International emergency procedures.
• Remain calm and professional during emergency situations.
• Complete accident and incident reports whenever necessary.

• Supervise proper loading and unloading of supplies and equipment.
• Verify delivered goods against delivery documents.
• Obtain required delivery confirmations.
• Return completed transport documentation to the Operations Department.

• Identify operational, security, environmental, and fleet-related risks.
• Report safety concerns promptly to supervisors.
• Participate in defensive driving and road safety training.
• Comply with Medical Teams International fleet management policies and Code of Conduct.
• Support safeguarding and protection policies at all times.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• Promoting a safe and respectful working environment.
• Protecting children and vulnerable adults.
• Preventing sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, and discrimination.
• Reporting safeguarding concerns according to organizational procedures.
• Maintaining professional conduct during all assignments.

Required Qualifications

• Uganda Certificate of Education (O-Level Certificate).

• Valid Ugandan Driving Licence with Classes A1, B, C1, and D1.
• Defensive Driving Certificate from a recognized institution.
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certification.

• Certification in Vehicle Mechanics and Maintenance.

Required Experience

• Minimum 3 years of heavy vehicle driving experience in Uganda.
• Clean driving record with no serious traffic offences.
• Experience operating organizational or commercial vehicles.

• Experience driving ambulances.
• Experience working with International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs).
• Experience supporting humanitarian or emergency response operations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Uganda road traffic laws and regulations.
• Defensive driving techniques.
• Basic vehicle mechanics and maintenance.
• First Aid and CPR procedures.
• Fleet management practices.
• Humanitarian principles including Sphere Standards, Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS), and Red Cross Code of Conduct.
• Basic healthcare systems.

• Excellent defensive driving skills.
• Strong vehicle inspection and maintenance skills.
• Ability to administer First Aid and CPR.
• Good record-keeping and documentation skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to identify vehicle faults and maintenance needs.

• Remain calm under pressure.
• Respond effectively during emergencies.
• Lift and move heavy items during loading and unloading.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.
• Follow emergency response procedures.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and integrity.
• Travel extensively, with travel requirements of up to 100%.

Career Growth Opportunities

• Humanitarian logistics.
• Fleet management.
• Emergency medical transport.
• Transport coordination.
• NGO operations.
• Safety and security management.

• Senior Driver
• Fleet Assistant
• Fleet Officer
• Logistics Assistant
• Logistics Officer
• Transport Coordinator
• Operations Officer

Salary Expectations

• Competitive monthly salary.
• Medical insurance.
• Staff welfare benefits.
• Professional training opportunities.
• Defensive driving refresher courses.
• Career development opportunities.

How to Apply

• Updated CV.
• Copies of academic certificates.
• Valid Ugandan Driving Licence.
• Defensive Driving Certificate.
• First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• National Identification Card.
• Professional references.

Interview Preparation Tips for Driver Applicants

• How do you conduct daily vehicle inspections?
• What defensive driving techniques do you use?
• How do you ensure passenger safety during transport?

• What routine vehicle maintenance checks do you perform?
• How do you identify mechanical faults before a journey?

• How would you respond to a road traffic accident?
• Explain how you would administer basic First Aid while waiting for medical personnel.

• Why do you want to work with Medical Teams International?