IITA Driver Jobs 2024 – Uganda NGO Jobs

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IITA Driver Jobs 2024 – Uganda NGO Jobs.

IITA Uganda looking for “Driver”.

Applicants with a University Degree may apply on or before March 08, 2024.

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture is a nonprofit organisation that works with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture, with the ultimate goals of reducing hunger, malnutrition, and poverty.

The IITA has published a job vacancy announcement on March 04, 2024 for qualified Uganda’s to fill in the vacant post of Driver to be based in Kampala, Uganda.

IITA Job Vacancy 2024

Description

Provide transportation to staff and IITA authorized passengers using IITA vehicles in accordance with IITA policies and procedures.
Operate and maintain vehicles assigned in a manner that ensures greatest safety possible for the vehicle and its passengers and that maximizes vehicle working life.
Assist in loading and unloading equipment, specimens and supplies onto IITA vehicles.
Maintain the cleanliness and basic maintenance of the assigned vehicle.
Coordinate with staff to ensure timely arrivals and departures for scheduled activities, in line with the fleet management policy.
Keep accurate records of mileage fuel consumption and vehicle maintenance.
Ensure the vehicle Assigned is timely serviced.
Support logistical needs such as picking up supplies and materials for research work
Compile and submit monthly vehicle mileage reports to the station manager
Maintain and ensure an effective filing system of documents for all vehicles at the station
Support the Station Manager in review of bills and invoices from the garage and other vehicle maintenance.
Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with staff, authorized travelers, and external contractors.
Keep vehicle log sheets updated.
Any other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Position in Organization:

Position: Driver
(Closing Date: March 8, 2024)
Kampala, Central Region
Contract

Qualification:

Must have completed Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE)
Familiarity with government road safety regulations and protocol for transporting Scientific specimens.
Basic computing skills with knowledge of MS Office applications
Good knowledge of English language.
Good written and Oral communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other staff members.
Possess excellent interpersonal skills, good judgment, and a high level of respect for confidentiality.
Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting.
Ability to adapt to a flexible working schedule based on the institutes requirements.
Attention to detail and commitment to safety and punctuality.
Between 30- 45 years
At least more than 2 years working experience in a similar field preferably in a busy NGO
Valid driving permit for classes B and C/C1. With a clean driving record