Driver, CCCD Program (Help a Child)

• Job TitleDriver, CCCD Program (Help a Child)
• OrganisationZOA Uganda
• LocationMadi-Okollo, West Nile
• Contract1-year renewable (project runs to 2032)
• Start DateNovember 2026
• HoursFull time, 40 hours per week
• SalaryUGX 780,000 gross per month
• ExperienceOver 5 years driving 4WD vehicles
• DeadlineThursday, 29 October 2026

ZOA is an international NGO, coordinated from the Netherlands, that supports people who have lost everything due to armed conflict or natural disaster. It has about 900 employees worldwide.

In Uganda, ZOA has offices in Kampala, West Nile (Arua), Acholi (Gulu) and Karamoja (Amudat), working on food security and livelihoods, education and conflict management with a focus on land rights. The CCCD Program by Help a Child focuses on early childhood development, parenting and child protection in Upper Madi-Okollo.

The Driver provides safe, timely and reliable transport for staff and materials, in line with organisational safety standards, to support field program delivery.

The driver is based at the Madi-Okollo office with visits to sub-offices, and may need to work flexible hours, including some weekend travel.

Transport and Logistics

• Plan and coordinate weekly transport schedules and manage staff transport requests.
• Transport staff, visitors and goods safely and on time, including airport pick-ups and drop-offs.
• Help load and unload materials during field activities.
• Follow traffic laws, safety standards and child safeguarding policies.
• Report accidents, incidents and mechanical issues promptly.

Vehicle Management and Safety

• Keep the vehicle safe, clean and roadworthy, with routine servicing and inspections.
• Carry out daily checks of fuel, oil, tyres and brakes.
• Keep logbooks, mileage, fuel and trip records and submit monthly reports.
• Ensure timely renewal of insurance, licences and inspections.
• Maintain first aid readiness for emergencies.

Administrative Support and Safeguarding

• Support office logistics, including postage and collecting purchases.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence on time.
• Promote child safeguarding, child protection and PSEA policies, and report concerns.
• Uphold ZOA values and code of conduct.

Education and Experience

• Minimum Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE).
• Valid driver’s licence with a clean driving record.
• Over 5 years of relevant experience driving four-wheel vehicles.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and basic first aid skills.
• Full support for ZOA’s vision, mission and Christian values.

Technical Skills

• Defensive driving: Safety-first driving on rural roads.
• Vehicle care: Basic mechanics and daily checks.
• Record keeping: Logbooks, fuel and mileage.
• First aid: Basic emergency response.

Soft Skills

• Integrity: Commitment to child safeguarding.
• Judgement: Good decisions and situational awareness.
• Communication: Clear updates to staff and managers.
• Flexibility: Willing to work some weekends.

Starting salary is UGX 780,000 gross per month, on a fixed-term contract, according to ZOA’s application page.

ZOA also offers good benefits suited to the NGO sector.

• Long-running project to 2032, with a renewable contract.
• Work close to home in West Nile.
• Join an international NGO focused on children and families.
• Clear, practical role for experienced 4WD drivers.
• Steady work among NGO jobs in Uganda.

Apply online through ZOA’s application portal by Thursday, 29 October 2026. Keep your CV to five pages or fewer, list at least three references from previous jobs within the last five years, and attach your academic documents and driving permit. ZOA runs background, reference and counter-terrorism checks and takes part in the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. ZOA never asks for money during recruitment. See more NGO jobs in Uganda and jobs in Madi-Okollo.

• Attach a clear copy of your driving permit.
• Show years driving 4WD vehicles, with employers and dates.
• Mention any NGO or field driving experience.
• Note any first aid or defensive driving certificates.
• Give three recent work references.