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Driver and Administrative Assistant job at Vi Agroforestry | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
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About the Organisation
Vi Agroforestry is a Swedish development organisation fighting poverty and climate change together. What started as a tree planting initiative in 1983, is today an agroforestry expert organisation working through local partnerships to run holistic agricultural development projects in East Africa and beyond.
We work in collaboration with farmer’s organisations, advising and training farmers in sustainable agricultural land management such as agroforestry. In agroforestry, trees are planted alongside crops and livestock on the farmland. This gives more fertile soils, better yields, and a richer variety of crops. Farmers shifting to agroforestry get more food and better incomes. The trees also help increase biodiversity, bind carbon, and stop soil from being washed away by floods.
Over the last ten years, we have contributed to the planting of over 148 million trees and helped more than 2.4 million improve their livelihoods. We offer outstanding expertise in agroforestry, climate change adaptation and mitigation, promoting well-proven practices based on scientific research. Our focus on both human and environmental sustainability makes us unique.
We are presently working in three East African countries: Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. We focus on where we are most relevant and can make a difference – both in terms of which countries to work in and what areas in the countries. The selection is based on criteria such as an area’s vulnerability to climate change, the value we can contribute, and resources available.
In the coming years, we will look into expanding our geographical area, both within the current countries in East Africa, and into new countries. Special attention will be given to exploring arid and semi-arid areas where agroforestry has great potential to make unproductive lands fertile.
Job Title
Driver and Administrative Assistant job at Vi Agroforestry
Vi Agroforestry
Job Description
Job Title: Driver and Administrative Assistant
Organisation: Vi Agroforestry
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
The position is responsible for ensuring that the passengers are driven safely and comfortably to the approved destinations. The driver should always make sure that the vehicle is maintained in an optimal working condition. The role works under supervision of Finance and Administration Manager.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Promote and support the interest of Vi Agroforestry.
Be committed to and contribute to the fulfillment of the Vi Agroforestry Strategy.
Ensure and promote rights-based approach in all that we do.
Ensure adherence to Vi Agroforestry policies, guidelines, operating procedures and workplans.
Ensure compliance to donor requirements.
Ensure high quality in all that we do.
Be committed to fight corruption and fraud and always report when there is any kind of suspicion.
Ensure that gender is mainstreamed, and Gender Transformation is promoted in all our operations.
Keep abreast with the development in your area of responsibility.
Liaise with partmer organisations, researchers, and other relevant stakeholders.
Contribute to effective cooperation between staff in the global organization.
Contribute to a healthy work environment at the workplace.
Support teamwork and assist each other as needs anse.
Upon request from the manager fulfil other tasks at the country office/regional office or department level.
Keep your manager updated on opportunities and challenges as well as on the progress on your assignments. Make sure you inform your manager well in advance if you have difficulties to meet your deadlines.
Contribute to development and implementation of risk management plans, workplans and budgets for the office.
Ensure driving regulations and safety measures always adhered to.
Provide various driving and messenger services.
Provide transportation services to all levels of staff members and visitors.
Ensure that vehicles are maintained in a clean and roadworthy condition prior to and after use.
Maintains records for vehicles, logs official trips, records daily mileage, fuel cards and receipts.
Ensures that the assigned vehicle is compliant with the vehicle and transport guideline.
Ensure availability of all required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, registration, logs, first aid kit and necessary spare parts.
Make sure that the vehicle is serviced regularly as stipulated in the vehicle and transport guideline.
Report any defects, faults or problems encountered to the mechanic and follow up remedial action.
Timely submit monthly record of vehicle mileage as per vehicle report template to the Finance Manager.
Always observe occupational safety and health measures.
Provide first aid in case of emergencies.
Photocopying, sorting and filling all relevant documents.
Pick up, sign for and distribute all mails and packages received.
Occasionally coordinate and supervise work by service providers.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Secondary education.
Tertiary education is an added advantage.
Holder of up-to-date driving license.
Other professional qualifications:
Knowledgeable on safety and security.
Good knowledge of first Aid.
Good customer service and communication skills are essential.
Basic administration/IT skills (data entry, internet research, email and scheduling software).
Must have an impeccable driving record.
Must be flexible with working hours (occasion shift working).
Must be a good team worker.
Knowledge of Kampala and Uganda in general.
Good knowledge of defensive and safe driving.
A level qualification with Level II of Automative Mechanics and a Certificate in any of the following areas will be an added advantage: Mechanical Engineering, Procurement and Logistics Management, Human Resources Management or Counseling/Psychology.
Work experience:
At least 5 years’ experience in driving at INGOs.
Languages:
English
Personal competencies
Accountable, honest, responsible and trust building personality.
Respectful and Transparent.
Decisive.
Good planning.
Communication skills.
Collaborative skills.
Flexible and creative personality.
Self-driven personality.
Team-player.
How to Apply
Apply by sending your CV and cover letter indicating your gross monthly salary expectation to: recruitment@viagroforestry.org with subject heading “Driver & Admin Assistant – Uganda”.
Deadline: 28th April 2025
