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Security Driver job at International Justice Mission (IJM )
Posted by: great-volunteer
Posted date: 2026-Aug-05
Location: Kampala
Security Driver 2026-08-05T06:26:11+00:00 International Justice Mission (IJM ) https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_1245/logo/International%20Justice%20Mission%20(%20IJM%20).jpg https://www.ijm.org/ FULL_TIME Kampala Kampala 00256 Uganda Professional Services Protective Services, Transportation & Logistics, Social Services & Nonprofit 2026-08-14T17:00:00+00:00 8 Who We Are International Justice Mission (IJM) is the global leader in protecting vulnerable people from violence around the world. Our team of over 1,200 professionals are at work worldwide in over 30 countries. Together we are on a mission to rescue millions, protect half a billion, and make justice unstoppable. We are a global community that cares for one another. We believe that the way we work is as important as the results we achieve. We provide professional excellence with joy and celebration to all those we serve. The Need For 25 years, IJM has pioneered the work to protect vulnerable people from violence. As we grow to expand our impact to protect 500 million people globally from violence by 2030, we are seeking to recruit a SECURITY DRIVER- KAMPALA. Job Summary: The security driver ensures safe, timely and secure transportation of personnel and materials while supporting organizational safety and security protocols. This role ensures operational readiness by maintaining situational awareness and conducting thorough vehicle inspections, accurate documentation, and proactive communication to uphold compliance and mitigate risk. Key Responsibilities: - Review and maintain vehicle condition, safety equipment, and trip documentation to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
- Provide and relay timely updates on travel plans, security alerts, and logistical requirements to relevant stakeholders.
- Complete and record trip logs, maintenance reports, and fuel usage accurately for monitoring and reporting purposes.
- Conduct and document routine vehicle inspections and safety checks to prevent hazards and support secure operations.
- Inform and explain organizational safety and security guidelines to passengers to promote awareness and adherence and follow up on all security events in accordance with IJM guidelines.
Requirements: - Ability to review, process, and maintain transportation and security documentation accurately using digital tools.
- Skilled in conducting vehicle inspections and basic troubleshooting to ensure operational safety.
- Strong capability to communicate and relay safety protocols and travel updates clearly to diverse audiences.
- Proficiency in scheduling and coordinating routes and logistical requirements with attention to detail.
- Effective engagement and collaboration skills to support security operations and respond promptly to emerging needs.
Education & Experience: - A diploma in any related field
- A certificate in defensive driving
- A certificate in motor vehicle mechanics an added advantage
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience as a professional driver with no incidents.
- Possesses a valid driver’s license (with at least B, C1, D1 classes) with no incidents and experience driving both manual and automatic vehicles on rough terrain.
- Demonstrable experience driving long distances and for long hours.
- Fluency in English both written and spoken. Working knowledge of local languages an added advantage.
- Good computer literacy with working knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Knowledge of geography and roads of Kampala and surrounding areas.
- Understanding of repairs and maintenance requirements for four-wheel-drive vehicles.
- Understanding of security protocols and procedures, preferably with a law enforcement agency or NGO background.
- Exceptional driving skills, including the ability to drive in different weather and traffic conditions.
- Excellent time management skills to meet pick-up and drop-off deadlines.
Critical Qualities: - Mature Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed.
- Committed team player, able to develop effective working relationships in multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural teams.
- Willingness to work under potentially difficult conditions.
- Exceptionally high levels of honesty and integrity.
- Strong service ethic and a passion for IJM’s goals.
- Effective team player.
- Able to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Result-oriented and self-motivated.
- Strong service ethic and a passion for women and children.
What does IJM have to offer? - A meaningful role contributing to IJM's mission.
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- A diverse and international working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Daily, quarterly and annual community spiritual formation opportunities.
- Flexible remote working arrangements, depending on location and role requirements.
- Review and maintain vehicle condition, safety equipment, and trip documentation to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
- Provide and relay timely updates on travel plans, security alerts, and logistical requirements to relevant stakeholders.
- Complete and record trip logs, maintenance reports, and fuel usage accurately for monitoring and reporting purposes.
- Conduct and document routine vehicle inspections and safety checks to prevent hazards and support secure operations.
- Inform and explain organizational safety and security guidelines to passengers to promote awareness and adherence and follow up on all security events in accordance with IJM guidelines.
- Ability to review, process, and maintain transportation and security documentation accurately using digital tools.
- Skilled in conducting vehicle inspections and basic troubleshooting to ensure operational safety.
- Strong capability to communicate and relay safety protocols and travel updates clearly to diverse audiences.
- Proficiency in scheduling and coordinating routes and logistical requirements with attention to detail.
- Effective engagement and collaboration skills to support security operations and respond promptly to emerging needs.
- Good computer literacy with working knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Knowledge of geography and roads of Kampala and surrounding areas.
- Understanding of repairs and maintenance requirements for four-wheel-drive vehicles.
- Understanding of security protocols and procedures, preferably with a law enforcement agency or NGO background.
- Exceptional driving skills, including the ability to drive in different weather and traffic conditions.
- Excellent time management skills to meet pick-up and drop-off deadlines.
- A diploma in any related field
- A certificate in defensive driving
- A certificate in motor vehicle mechanics an added advantage
- Possesses a valid driver’s license (with at least B, C1, D1 classes) with no incidents and experience driving both manual and automatic vehicles on rough terrain.
- Demonstrable experience driving long distances and for long hours.
- Fluency in English both written and spoken. Working knowledge of local languages an added advantage.
- Mature Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed.
- Committed team player, able to develop effective working relationships in multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural teams.
- Willingness to work under potentially difficult conditions.
- Exceptionally high levels of honesty and integrity.
- Strong service ethic and a passion for IJM’s goals.
- Effective team player.
- Able to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Result-oriented and self-motivated.
- Strong service ethic and a passion for women and children.
JOB-6a72d783df64a Vacancy title:
Security Driver Jobs at:
International Justice Mission (IJM ) Deadline of this Job:
Friday, August 14 2026 Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, August 5 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS:
Who We Are International Justice Mission (IJM) is the global leader in protecting vulnerable people from violence around the world. Our team of over 1,200 professionals are at work worldwide in over 30 countries. Together we are on a mission to rescue millions, protect half a billion, and make justice unstoppable. We are a global community that cares for one another. We believe that the way we work is as important as the results we achieve. We provide professional excellence with joy and celebration to all those we serve. The Need For 25 years, IJM has pioneered the work to protect vulnerable people from violence. As we grow to expand our impact to protect 500 million people globally from violence by 2030, we are seeking to recruit a SECURITY DRIVER- KAMPALA. Job Summary: The security driver ensures safe, timely and secure transportation of personnel and materials while supporting organizational safety and security protocols. This role ensures operational readiness by maintaining situational awareness and conducting thorough vehicle inspections, accurate documentation, and proactive communication to uphold compliance and mitigate risk. Key Responsibilities: - Review and maintain vehicle condition, safety equipment, and trip documentation to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
- Provide and relay timely updates on travel plans, security alerts, and logistical requirements to relevant stakeholders.
- Complete and record trip logs, maintenance reports, and fuel usage accurately for monitoring and reporting purposes.
- Conduct and document routine vehicle inspections and safety checks to prevent hazards and support secure operations.
- Inform and explain organizational safety and security guidelines to passengers to promote awareness and adherence and follow up on all security events in accordance with IJM guidelines.
Requirements: - Ability to review, process, and maintain transportation and security documentation accurately using digital tools.
- Skilled in conducting vehicle inspections and basic troubleshooting to ensure operational safety.
- Strong capability to communicate and relay safety protocols and travel updates clearly to diverse audiences.
- Proficiency in scheduling and coordinating routes and logistical requirements with attention to detail.
- Effective engagement and collaboration skills to support security operations and respond promptly to emerging needs.
Education & Experience: - A diploma in any related field
- A certificate in defensive driving
- A certificate in motor vehicle mechanics an added advantage
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience as a professional driver with no incidents.
- Possesses a valid driver’s license (with at least B, C1, D1 classes) with no incidents and experience driving both manual and automatic vehicles on rough terrain.
- Demonstrable experience driving long distances and for long hours.
- Fluency in English both written and spoken. Working knowledge of local languages an added advantage.
- Good computer literacy with working knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Knowledge of geography and roads of Kampala and surrounding areas.
- Understanding of repairs and maintenance requirements for four-wheel-drive vehicles.
- Understanding of security protocols and procedures, preferably with a law enforcement agency or NGO background.
- Exceptional driving skills, including the ability to drive in different weather and traffic conditions.
- Excellent time management skills to meet pick-up and drop-off deadlines.
Critical Qualities: - Mature Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed.
- Committed team player, able to develop effective working relationships in multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural teams.
- Willingness to work under potentially difficult conditions.
- Exceptionally high levels of honesty and integrity.
- Strong service ethic and a passion for IJM’s goals.
- Effective team player.
- Able to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Result-oriented and self-motivated.
- Strong service ethic and a passion for women and children.
What does IJM have to offer? - A meaningful role contributing to IJM's mission.
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- A diverse and international working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Daily, quarterly and annual community spiritual formation opportunities.
- Flexible remote working arrangements, depending on location and role requirements.
Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 12 Level of Education: high school Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job? ijm.org&form%5Bvalid-to%5D=Friday,%20August%2014%202026">Click here to submit your application now.
Please submit Resume/CV, Cover Letter, and Statement of Faith* in one PDF document by 1600hrs EAT on Friday 14th August 2026 with the subject line APPLICATION SECURITY DRIVER- KAMPALA. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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