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Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Deadline:
October 24, 2023 at 2:00:00 PM
About the Organisation
The International Potato Center is a research facility based in Lima, Peru, that seeks to reduce poverty and achieve food security on a sustained basis in developing countries through scientific research ..
Job Title
Driver job at International Potato Center (CIP)
Job Description
He/She will be expected to support the activities of the RTB Breeding Project and some general administrative activities. The selected candidate will report to the Administrative Assistant II. He/She will assume the following duties and responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties & 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 and Competencies
Requirements
Selection Criteria
Valid driver’s license;
At least 2 years of experience required in similar positions with a safe driving record;
Knowledge of driving rules and regulations;
Basic knowledge of car mechanics and ability to attend to minor repairs and maintenance of the vehicle in case of breakdown will be an added advantage;
Computer literate and conversant with the MS Office;
Ability to adapt to different work situations and work in a team;
Experience in driving 4x4 vehicles over long distances and on rough terrain;
Experience in working with international organisations is an added advantage;
Willingness to spend considerable time working under field conditions in rural areas
How to Apply
APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE: