International Justice Mission (IJM) Lead Driver Job Vacancy in Kampala, Uganda

Organization: International
Justice Mission (IJM)

Duty
Station:
Kampala, Uganda

Reports
to:
IJM Office Administrator

About
Us:

The
International Justice Mission is a global organization that protects the poor
from violence throughout the developing world. International Justice Mission
partners with local authorities to rescue victims of violence, bring criminals
to justice, restore survivors, and strengthen justice systems. The
International Justice Mission (IJM) Uganda is working to eliminate property
grabbing in Uganda by bringing rescue and restoration to individual victims,
accountability to their perpetrators, and transformation to the public justice
system as a whole.

Job
Summary: The
Lead Driver on IJM’s Administration Team will have the opportunity to provide
transportation and other assistance to IJM’s staff, clients, and guests and,
thereby, enable IJM Kampala to seek justice for widows and orphans victimized
by property grabbing.

Key
Duties and Responsibilities:

Transportation
and Maintenance of Vehicle Fleet:

The
jobholder will also manage the IJM vehicle fleet in Kampala with
responsible accountability;
The
incumbent will implement and direct IJM’s standard Vehicle Policies &
Procedures, with particular attention to compliance, safety, and security
issues;
Ensure
all vehicles carry requisite on-board documentation and insurance, and
that all documentation is current;
Order
inventory for vehicle-related parts and consumables, including fuel;
Manage
fuel account balances, ensure timely and sufficient deposit of funds into
the fuel account, and maintain custody of all fuel LPOs;
Ensure
accurate and timely routine maintenance and repair of all IJM vehicles;
Inspect
and record vehicle conditions and use, including maintaining a weekly checklist
and proper completion of vehicle log books; and
Oversee
cleaning, maintenance, repair, fueling, and upkeep of all IJM vehicles.

Team
Leadership and Management:

Lead
and manage transport activities in the Kampala office, including
scheduling and coordinating weekly vehicle requests for all departments
and IJM personnel;
Delegate
vehicles, assignments, workload and tasks among the Drivers/Special
Assistants;
Supervise
Driver/Special Assistant staff, set clear performance objectives and
ensure they are understood;
Conduct
interim performance reviews every six (6) months and hold one-on-one
feedback discussions with supervised staff on regular basis to ensure that
performance objectives are being met;
Conduct
annual Performance Evaluations for staff that you directly supervise, and
manage poor performance and/or disciplinary issues in accordance with
IJM’s HR Policies & Procedures;
Ensure
that Driver/Special Assistant staff leave is planned in advance for
sustainable coverage and backup so that weekly vehicle requests from all
IJM departments in Kampala and driver needs for IJM staff are met;
Improve
service of Driver/Special Assistants through training, mentoring, and
oversight;
Ensure
compliance with IJM’s transport policies, procedures, and protocols;
Represent
the interests of the transport team to other departments and IJM staff;
and
Note:
although the Lead Driver does not necessarily include transportation of
IJM staff to the field, please provide transportation, navigation, and
translation support for IJM staff on an as needed basis.

Hospitality
& Office Facility Assistance:

Welcome
international guests and staff at airport and hotels;
Assist
in hosting guests, visitors, and volunteers; and
Maintain
and activate the generator at the IJM office to ensure adequate backup
power supply.

Development:
Participate
in IJM programs in professionalism and Christian spiritual formation.

Qualifications,
Skills and Experience:

The
applicant should preferably hold a University degree in relevant field
(logistics, business management etc.);
At
least three or more years of professional experience as a Lead
Driver/fleet manager;
Three
or more years of experience leading teams including vision casting,
process management, staff management;
Possess
a Valid Driver’s License, certificate from defensive driving course, and
experience driving manual vehicles on rough terrain;
Understanding
of maintenance requirements for four-wheel-drive vehicles. This includes
familiarity with pricing for vehicle maintenance and repairs;
Excellent
critical thinking, analysis, and oral and written communication skills;
Fluency
in English and Luganda, with excellent writing and speaking in both; and
Computer
literate with proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, Access and working with
spreadsheets.
Mature
orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed;
Passionate
commitment to IJM’s mission and values;
Professional
in demeanor, appearance, writing and oral communication;
Works
well under stress with a sustained positive attitude;
Exceptionally
high level of honesty and integrity;
Intelligent,
organized, creative and proactive problem solver; and
Ability
to cooperate effectively in a multi-cultural environment.

How
to Apply:

All
applicants are encouraged to send their applications, updated CVs and Statement
of Faith via E-mail (preferred method) to: ugandarecruiting@ijm.org

OR
by mail:

International
Justice Mission

Attn:
Human Resources

P.O.
Box 502 Ntinda, Kampala, UGANDA

By
Hand:

International
Justice Mission

Attn:
Human Resources

Plot
15 Suuna Road, Ntinda

Kampala,
Uganda

NB: A statement of faith
should describe your Christian faith and how you see it as relevant to your
involvement with IJM. The statement can either be incorporated into the cover
letter or submitted as a separate document and should include, at a minimum, a description
of your spiritual disciplines (prayer, study, etc.) and your current fellowship
or place of worship.