Farouq Katumba
Wakiso District
Summary
To develop career profile in driving and serving people with efficiency, integrity and accountability. To meet work demands in a challenging environment through the application of knowledge, skills, effort and experience.
Organized and detail-oriented individual with strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Over fifteen (15) years’ experience in driving of which five (5) are with a Diplomatic mission. Experience in handling and driving Diplomats. Committed, confident, dedicated, enthusiastic self-disciplined and motivated. Fully versed with management of the log book and can easily identify all vehicle`s faults and any other vehicle requirements. Regular vehicle assessment checks and maintenance accordance with vehicle manufacturing specifications.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Driver-Administration
Embassy of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria
Kampala
03.2020 - 02.2025
- Driving the Ambassador of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria to Kampala to various destinations
- Driving diplomats of the Embassy of Algeria in Kampala to various destinations
- Driving the diplomats and delegations to and from Entebbe International Airport
- Delivering letters to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uganda
- Picking letters to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uganda
- Delivering the Diplomatic Value Added Tax (VAT) return files to the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)
- Any other tasks assigned by the superiors
Driver
Legacy Group
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Driving the Director and staff
- Maintaining vehicle log book
- Analyzing and reporting all vehicle faults and requirements
- Ensuring the company equipment is in good condition
Driver
Ministry of Health (Global Fund)
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Driving and Maintaining vehicle log book
- Analyzing and reporting all vehicle faults and requirements
- Making daily reports on the company property and any other activities that took place and sending them to the directors
- Ensuring the company equipment is in good condition and reporting in case of any faults
- Keeping safety of the vehicle
Driver
Integrated Community Development Initiative (ICODI)
Kampala, Kampala District
03.2011 - 02.2013
- Driving and Maintaining vehicle log book
- Analyzing and reporting all vehicle faults and requirements
- Making daily reports on the company property and any other activities that took place and sending them to the directors
- Ensuring the company equipment is in good condition and reporting in case of any faults
- Keeping safety of the vehicle and any other duties assigned to by the administrators
Supervisor
Delta petrol Station
Kampala
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Supervising and making daily reports on the company`s property and any other activities that took place and sending them to the directors
- Ensuring customer care at the station
- Keeping all documentation of the company
- Ensuring safety of the company`s funds
- Making sure that all workers arrive on time and reporting all sales that have been made all day and night
Education
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education -
St. Mary`s High School
Kampala 02.2004 - 11.2004
Uganda Certificate of Education -
Nganwa High School
Bushenyi 02.2000 - 11.2002
Primary Leaving Examinations -
St. Aloysious
Mbarara 02.1993 - 11.1999
Skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
High adaptability in multicultural work environments
Team-oriented, efficient at both teamwork and personal initiatives
Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Good work ethics and integrity
Good at multi-tasking
Ability to work under minimum supervision
Willingness to work for longer hours whenever necessary
Proficient with Microsoft office packages
Interests and Hobbies
- Date of birth: 03/02/87
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Ugandan
- Marital status: Married
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
A1
Luganda
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
A1
Runyakitara
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
A1
Kiswahili
Intermediate (B1)
A1
Strength
Innovation and high commitment to people, good communication skills, ability to handle defined tasks with minimum supervision and above all God-fearing. I stand on fundamental principles of integrity, honesty and accountability which help me build strong relationships with people.
Interests and Hobbies
Driving
Swimming
Football
Music
Timeline
Driver-Administration
Embassy of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria
03.2020 - 02.2025
Driver
Legacy Group
01.2017 - 01.2020
Driver
Ministry of Health (Global Fund)
01.2013 - 01.2017
Driver
Integrated Community Development Initiative (ICODI)
03.2011 - 02.2013
Supervisor
Delta petrol Station
01.2009 - 01.2011
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education -
St. Mary`s High School
02.2004 - 11.2004
Uganda Certificate of Education -
Nganwa High School
02.2000 - 11.2002
Primary Leaving Examinations -
St. Aloysious
02.1993 - 11.1999