DRC Uganda is currently looking for highly qualified and motivated individuals to join our dynamic team as Drivers (03).
The overall purpose of the role:
To drive DRC vehicles safely and efficiently in accordance with DRC policy and national safety rules and regulations. The driver will be responsible for the vehicle to which they are assigned and the completion of log books and fuel records, under the supervision of the Supply Chain Assistant – Logistics.
Your main duties and responsibilities will be:
DRC transport
- Drive safely DRC staff and visitors.
- Drive defensively and respect the National traffic rules and DRC speed limits.
- Comply with DRC security rules
- Ensure correct loading and offloading of the vehicle according to proper load capacity and distribution
- Ensure security of the vehicle and keys, also when parked, making sure windows and doors are locked.
- Keep informed of security on the expected itinerary and decide whether to take a road in collaboration with the Base Manager.
- Always inform the Office team of departure, intended destination, and remain in contact throughout the journey, upon arrival at the destination, and return.
- Maintain confidentiality of internal information on staff movement unless authorized to do so.
- Ensure that non-DRC staff are NOT allowed to use DRC vehicles without prior approval from the Area Manager/Head of Office
Vehicle management/ Safety
- Ensure that all the safety equipment (all safety belts, one binder with emergency contact and discharge of responsibility forms, a first aid box, spare wheel, and fire extinguisher) is in place and working well.
- Ensure that no driving takes place unless EVERY person in the car is using his/her safety belt.
- Keep the vehicles clean, refuelled, and ensure they are properly maintained, regularly serviced, and repaired according to the correct procedures.
- Ensure proper working of the vehicle before driving and report any irregularities or accidents immediately to the supervisor.
- Keep records for mileage driven/fuel added and maintain the vehicle logbook
- Check the road license and other certificates in the vehicle and notify the supervisor in time for renewal of documents if due to expire.
- Always maintain a valid driving licence.
About you
To be successful in this role, we expect you to have 3-5 years of professional driving. Moreover, we also expect the following:
Required
- A minimum of a Secondary School Certificate (UACE).
- Possession of a valid, full driving license with a clean record
- Ability to multitask and work calmly under pressure is essential.
- Ability to work in a challenging environment.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision.
- A people-oriented person who enjoys working in a team
Desirable
- A certificate in Defensive driving from an established driving school/firm.
- A certificate in automobile mechanics.
- Prior experience as a driver in an international NGO, UN agency, or private company
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
We offer
- Contract length: 11 months.
- Band: NM J
- Designation of Duty Station: Bidibidi
- Start date: February 2026
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees; please refer to our website.
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications: 31st January 2026
DRC does not solicit money for any part of its recruitment process. All recruitment is merit-based and follows HR best practices that are globally acceptable. Henceforth, should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.
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DRC as an employer
Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 30 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.
By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of over 6,000 employees. We pride ourselves on our:
- Professionalism, impact & expertise
- Humanitarian approach & the work we do
- Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
- Culture, values & strong leadership
- Fair compensation & continuous development
DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.
Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.