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About the Organisation
Established in 1971, the International Potato Center (CIP) is a research-for-development organization headquartered in Lima, Peru, dedicated to enhancing food security, improving livelihoods, and promoting gender equity through the sustainable development of potato, sweetpotato, and Andean roots and tubers. Recognized globally, CIP operates in over 20 countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, collaborating with numerous partners to deliver innovative, science-based solutions that address climate resilience and nutritional challenges.
The organization fosters a work culture grounded in excellence, dignity, respect, empowerment, integrity, diversity, innovation, and partnership, offering employees opportunities to engage in impactful research and capacity-strengthening initiatives. CIP's innovative business model emphasizes market-oriented approaches and strategic partnerships to drive sustainable agricultural practices and inclusive growth. As a member of the CGIAR research partnership, CIP continues to expand its reach and impact, guided by core values that prioritize social responsibility and community engagement. For more information, visit their website at www.cipotato.org.
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Driver job at International Potato Center
International Potato Center
Job Description
Driver
International Potato Center
The Global Agriculture and Food Security Programme (GAFSP) of the World Bank is supporting a multi-year project designed to strengthen the productive capacity and management of Soroti Sweetpotato Producers and Processors Association (SOSPPA). SOSPPA works with farmers and farmer groups to produce sweet potato seeds and roots for sale. It has also been undertaking small-scale processing and value-addition activities. The project will upgrade these activities and build SOSSPA’s governance capacity.
The specific objectives of the project are to: (a) Improve market access and farm incomes for SOSPPA farmers through Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato (OFSP) marketing, processing, and value addition; (b) Increase productivity and production of sweet potato roots and vines, and other nutritious crops, amongst SOSPPA farmers; (c) Promote diversified utilization and consumption of OFSP products amongst SOSPPA members and in current and new markets; and (d) Strengthen SOSPPA’s governance and management capacities to deliver services to its members.
In line with its objective, the project focuses on linking farmers markets for fresh and processed products, improving use of good agronomic and regenerative practices, adding value/processing and nutrition, and efficient governance of producer organizations to deliver on the social and commercial responsibilities.
The International Potato Center (CIP) has been engaged as the Management Contractor, to provide technical backstopping and capacity building activities for SOSPPA. To support the implementation of project activities, CIP seeks to hire a dynamic driver to assist with project implementation of the GAFSP project in Uganda.
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Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Ensure that project vehicles are kept clean and road worthy;
Check vehicle condition/requirement and fill-in the Logbook properly;
Ensure use of project vehicles is in compliance with CIP motor vehicle policy;
Operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner and always follow road safety standards;
Conduct day-to-day vehicle checks on oil, water, battery, brakes, tyres etc. and timely report any noted defects to the Supervisor;
Ensure regular maintenance and servicing of project vehicles with reputable service providers;
Report accidents or incidents to the Supervisor in a timely manner;
Drive project vehicles for transportation of project staff to implement field activities in project target countries;
Prepare monthly summary of project vehicles’ logbooks and share with the office administrative assistant;
Ensure compliance with CIP driving policy in case of involvement in an accident;
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
How to Apply
CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW TO APPLY
Closing date: 12/08/2025

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