Application Letter- David Otero

17/12/2023
THE FINNACE AND ADMINISTRATION
OFFICER KAREDI,
GOVERNANCE SYSTEM INTERNATIONAL
PLOT 1312 KIBIRANGO CLOSE KABUSU ROAD
RUBAGA DIVISION KAMPALA
P.O. BOX 29236, KAMPALA UGANDA

Dear sir/ Madam,

REF: APPLICATION FOR THE POSITION OF A DRIVER AT GOVERNANCE SYSTEM
INTERNATIONAL (KAREDI)

I am greatly humbled to express my interest for the position of a driver as advertised in your
organization. I am a mature male Ugandan national with a certificate in Mechanics and driving from
Manjiya training school Mbale and with a certificate in defensive driving from Toyota.

I have experience in driving all types of 4x4 vehicles with good skills in motor- vehicle mechanics
through professional trainings and working with different international organizations such as Medicine
San Frontiers Holland (MSF), ACTED Uganda – Kenya, Samaritans Purse Uganda, ACDI VOCA
(RWANU Consortium project and Farm Africa L4L in Kotido.

I have a valid driving permit/ license of B, DL and CM class from Uganda; I have a clean track record in
driving in different road terrains in Uganda and with a broad work experience driving. I am
knowledgeable in vehicle management and maintenance through regular/daily checks and servicing with
excellent understanding of traffic rules, regulations and precautions in transportation of passengers. I
have developed knowledge in administration and procurement and now have three-year experience
working as driver and assistant for L4L project with good knowledge in computer.

In my previous roles, I have been receiving excellent feedback from my supervisors which proves my
strong integrity and commitment to perform my responsibilities in a professional and effective manner. I
love team work, but I am also comfortable working on my own with minimum supervision.
Furthermore, I am good communicator, accurate and goal oriented.

I believe that my extensive experience in driving make me an ideal candidate for the advertised position.
As you can see in the enclosed resume, I have been working with the different organizations for a
couple of years. And since my responsibilities and duties were quite similar to those required in the
advert, I strongly believe that I can perform well in all the delegated duties and tasks.

I strongly believe that working with Governance Systems International can be a good environment to
show off my full potential and utilize my skills and knowledge.

Your kind consideration will be highly appreciated

Yours faithfully,

DAVID OTERO
Mob0707335921/0773879292
(Mail: oterodavy@gmail.com)
 David Shilling Otero
Kotido, Uganda
(256) 773879292
oterodavy@gmail.com

CAREER OBJECTIVE
Driver with 10+ years of experience working directly with International Non-Governmental Organizations in
Karamoja. Possess impeccable written and verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.

CORE COMPETENCIES
 Defensive driving  Report writing
 Mechanics  Interpersonal

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UKAid |Farm Africa - Livestock for Livelihoods – Kotido Office
Driver, June 2018 – Aug 2021
 Safely operated the Farm Africa vehicle in accordance to Uganda traffic laws and Farm Africa's vehicle use
policy which has enabled me to support the project for over 3 years without getting involved in an accident
or getting traffic charges.
 Safely drove Farm Africa staff and officials to various locations across Karamoja sub-region in the districts
of Napak, Kotido, Moroto and Nakapiripirit as per the movement plan.
 Maintained an accurate log book for fuel consumption, mileage and usage of assigned vehicle and thought
appropriate authorization for every trip.
 Regularly cleaned the project vehicle and conducted regular checks, for example oil, water, tyres, and
reported any issues promptly to the Project Accountant and Administrator.
 Conducted and oversaw minor repairs of the assigned vehicle like changing tyres and wipers.
 Arranged major vehicle repairs with appropriate service providers whenever need arose and with the
appropriate authorizations according to Farm Africa's procurement procedures.
 Assisted colleagues with office work including photocopying, filling, binding of documents.
 Provided office reception support to the office visitors and guided them to the appropriate people.
 Ensured that stocks of office consumables like stationary, drinking water and milk are appropriately
maintained.
 Made hotel and/or transport bookings for visiting staff.
 Ensured that the office compound is well maintained.

USAID|ACDI-VOCA - Resiliency through Wealth, Agriculture, and Nutrition (RWANU) – Moroto office
Driver, April 2016 – August 2017
 Provided transport services project to project employees on official duty to and from specified places
whenever needed.
 Transported project employees and other visitors to and from the field sites. While in the field, I supported
the project staff with taking attendance of the project participants.
 Delivered and picked up mails and miscellaneous items to or from specified places.
 Ensured washing and cleanliness of assigned vehicle to make it conducive for the project passengers and I.
 Maintained the assigned vehicle in serviceable condition and performed daily minor preventative
maintenance.
 Alerted the supervisor whenever the need for repair arose.
 Updated daily vehicle log sheets and reviewed previous records for accuracy.
 Recorded fuel consumption after each refilling and submitted the refilling receipts to the project accountant
 Organized daily travel routes and worked with the project staff to harmonize conflicting requests.
 Ensured that the road license and insurance stickers and any other mandatory documents of the vehicles are
updated on a timely basis.
 Ensured that vehicles are equipped with the proper First Aid equipment at all times.

Samaritan’s Purse – Moroto office

Driver, June 2014– April 2016
 Drove the assigned vehicle(s) and transported Samaritan’s Purse staff / visitors / resources, in accordance
with Samaritan’s Purse policy and traffic laws and regulations of Uganda.
 Ensured safety of passengers and luggage at all times.
 Ensured the washing and general cleaning of the project vehicles.
 Regularly checked vehicle oil, water and tyres.
 Monitored vehicle performance and ensured that the vehicles are fueled, serviced and repaired promptly.
 Road tested and certified vehicles returning from garage.
 Ensured first aid kits, spares and tools were present in the allocated vehicle.
 Completed vehicle log sheets while maintaining accurate and complete records.
 Assisted in running administrative errands such as supporting with photocopying and filling as assigned.

Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (ACTED)

Driver, March 2010 – Dec 2013
 Provided transport services project to project employees on official duty to and from specified places
whenever needed.
 Transported project employees and other visitors to and from the field sites. While in the field, I supported
the project staff with taking attendance of the project participants.
 Delivered and picked up mails and miscellaneous items to or from specified places.
 Ensured washing and cleanliness of assigned vehicle to make it conducive for the project passengers and I.
 Maintained the assigned vehicle in serviceable condition and performed daily minor preventative
maintenance.
 Alerted the supervisor whenever the need for repair arose.
 Updated daily vehicle log sheets and reviewed previous records for accuracy.
 Recorded fuel consumption after each refilling and submitted the refilling receipts to the project accountant.
 Organized daily travel routes and worked with the project staff to harmonize conflicting requests.
 Ensured that the road license and insurance stickers and any other mandatory documents of the vehicles are
updated on a timely basis.
 Ensured that vehicles are equipped with the proper First Aid equipment at all times.
EDUCATION
KITALE HIGH SECONDARY SCHOOL
O’ level certificate, 2000

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
TOYOTA UGANDA LTD
Certificate in defensive driving, August 2011

MANYIJA DRIVING SCHOOL

Certificate in Driving, May 2006

SMALL SIMBA MOTORS GARAGE

Certificate in mechanics, 2007

LICENSE
UGANDA DRIVING LICENSE
Class: B, DL and CM

ADDITIONAL SKILLS
 Proficient in Microsoft Office
 Multilingual English, Ng’akarimojong, Kiswahili, Luganda, Turkana, Pokot.

REFEREES
Mr. Ogwang David Miss Grace Adoch Yomcwiny Meron
Logistics Officer Finance and Administration Officer Program coordinator, Farm Africa
ACTED Uganda ACDI VOCA Email;yomcwiny@gmail.com
Tel; 0772711783 E-mail: adochso@yahoo.com Tel;0782934022
Tel; 0782332789