Job Title: Warehouseman/Truck
Driver
Driver
Organisation: United States
Embassy, US Mission in Uganda
Embassy, US Mission in Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
Reports to: FSN
Supply/Storekeeper Supervisor
Supply/Storekeeper Supervisor
About Embassy:
Welcome to the United States Embassy in Kampala, Uganda. The United States has enjoyed diplomatic
relations with Uganda for over 30 years.
Ambassador Scott H. DeLisi currently heads the U.S Mission to Uganda. The Mission is composed of several offices
and organizations all working under the auspices of the Embassy and at the
direction of the Ambassador.
relations with Uganda for over 30 years.
Ambassador Scott H. DeLisi currently heads the U.S Mission to Uganda. The Mission is composed of several offices
and organizations all working under the auspices of the Embassy and at the
direction of the Ambassador.
Among the offices operating under the U.S Mission to Uganda are:
- United States Agency for International
Development (USAID) - Centers for Disease Control
- Peace Corps
Job Summary: The US Embassy
Warehouseman/Truck Driver will mainly operate all warehouse handling
equipment/vehicles used in the movement of incoming/outgoing shipments and
store supplies. Handling of equipment/vehicles includes but is not limited to
heavy and light duty trucks, pallet trucks, forklifts, dollies and trolleys.
The incumbent will be involved in the loading and unloading of the handling
equipment/vehicles at the same time, as a member of the warehouse team, perform
warehouse duties.
Warehouseman/Truck Driver will mainly operate all warehouse handling
equipment/vehicles used in the movement of incoming/outgoing shipments and
store supplies. Handling of equipment/vehicles includes but is not limited to
heavy and light duty trucks, pallet trucks, forklifts, dollies and trolleys.
The incumbent will be involved in the loading and unloading of the handling
equipment/vehicles at the same time, as a member of the warehouse team, perform
warehouse duties.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Party Items: Issue, record,
deliver party items which includes tents, tables, chairs, dishes,
glassware and flatware. Ensure all delivered items have been returned. If
not returned, track down and keep inventory of party items. - Equipment and Tools: responsible
for safe keeping, inventory and maintenance of equipment and tools used.
Report any breakage or damaged to Warehouse Supervisor. 30% - Labor Duties: Meet and assist
support flights in loading and unloading furniture and equipment. Set up
and wash tents. Set up and arrange party functions. Move furniture,
appliance and equipment. Operates all warehouse handling
equipment/vehicles used in the movement of in coming/out going shipments
and store supplies. Keep warehouse clean and neat. 30% - House Make-Readies: Deliver,
place and set up furniture and appliances in new and existing residences.
Hang draperies and make beds and insure house in order for new arrivals. - Inventory: Assist inventory
takers with inventory reconciliation. - Warehouse Sales: Organize, tag,
arrange and deliver furniture to auctioneer site and other duties as
assigned when needed. - Perform any other duties as assigned by
the FSN Supply/Storekeeper Supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection
criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting
each item.
criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting
each item.
- The ideal candidate must hold an Ordinary
Level Certificate of Education. - At least two years’ experience in
performing clerical and driving duties is highly desired. - Level II English ability (limited
knowledge) is required. - The ideal candidate must have general
working knowledge of the safest and most efficient ways to move, store and
place furniture and appliances and the ability to maneuver the forklift in
limited space, is required. - Possess physical ability and possession of
a valid drivers’ license appropriate to truck driving and forklift
operations is required. - Language Proficiency: List both
English and host country language(s) by level and specialization
How to Apply:
All those interested in working with the US mission in Kampala should
send their applications and strictly adhere to the following:
send their applications and strictly adhere to the following:
- Universal Application for Employment as a
Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174) Download
it Here. - A current resume or curriculum vitae.
- Candidates who claim US Veterans
preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their
application. Candidates who claim
conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming
eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application. - Any other documentation (e.g. essays,
transcripts/certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification
requirements of the position as listed above.
Submit Application To:
Human Resources Office
By email at [email protected].
NB: Only electronic
submissions will be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
submissions will be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject area of
the email submission.
the email submission.
Please use standard file types such as Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe
Acrobat (.pdf) and please send all documents in one file attachment.
Acrobat (.pdf) and please send all documents in one file attachment.
Telephone: 0414-306001/259-791/5
Deadline: 23rd April,
2014
2014
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