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• The jobholder will also manage the IJM
  vehicle fleet in Kampala with responsible accountability;
• The incumbent will implement and direct
  IJM’s standard Vehicle Policies & Procedures, with particular
  attention to compliance, safety, and security issues;
• Ensure all vehicles carry requisite
  on-board documentation and insurance, and that all documentation is
  current;
• Order inventory for vehicle-related parts
  and consumables, including fuel;
• Manage fuel account balances, ensure
  timely and sufficient deposit of funds into the fuel account, and maintain
  custody of all fuel LPOs; 
• Ensure accurate and timely routine
  maintenance and repair of all IJM vehicles;
• Inspect and record vehicle conditions and
  use, including maintaining a weekly checklist and proper completion of
  vehicle log books; and
• Oversee cleaning, maintenance, repair,
  fueling, and upkeep of all IJM vehicles.

• Lead and manage transport activities in
  the Kampala office, including scheduling and coordinating weekly vehicle
  requests for all departments and IJM personnel;
• Delegate vehicles, assignments, workload
  and tasks among the Drivers/Special Assistants;
• Supervise Driver/Special Assistant staff,
  set clear performance objectives and ensure they are understood;
• Conduct interim performance reviews every
  six (6) months and hold one-on-one feedback discussions with supervised
  staff on regular basis to ensure that performance objectives are being
  met;
• Conduct annual Performance Evaluations for
  staff that you directly supervise, and manage poor performance and/or
  disciplinary issues in accordance with IJM’s HR Policies & Procedures;
• Ensure that Driver/Special Assistant staff
  leave is planned in advance for sustainable coverage and backup so that
  weekly vehicle requests from all IJM departments in Kampala and driver
  needs for IJM staff are met;
• Improve service of Driver/Special
  Assistants through training, mentoring, and oversight;
• Ensure compliance with IJM’s transport
  policies, procedures, and protocols;
• Represent the interests of the transport
  team to other departments and IJM staff; and
• Note: although the Lead Driver does not
  necessarily include transportation of IJM staff to the field, please
  provide transportation, navigation, and translation support for IJM staff
  on an as needed basis.

• Welcome international guests and staff at
  airport and hotels;
• Assist in hosting guests, visitors, and
  volunteers; and
• Maintain and activate the generator at the
  IJM office to ensure adequate backup power supply.

• The applicant should preferably hold a
  University degree in relevant field (logistics, business management etc.);
• At least three or more years of
  professional experience as a Lead Driver/fleet manager;
• Three or more years of experience leading
  teams including vision casting, process management, staff management;
• Possess a Valid Driver’s License,
  certificate from defensive driving course, and experience driving manual
  vehicles on rough terrain;
• Understanding of maintenance requirements
  for four-wheel-drive vehicles. This includes familiarity with pricing for
  vehicle maintenance and repairs;
• Excellent critical thinking, analysis, and
  oral and written communication skills;
• Fluency in English and Luganda, with
  excellent writing and speaking in both; and
• Computer literate with proficiency in MS
  Word, Outlook, Access and working with spreadsheets.
• Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined
  by the Apostles’ Creed;
• Passionate commitment to IJM’s mission and
  values;
• Professional in demeanor, appearance,
  writing and oral communication;
• Works well under stress with a sustained
  positive attitude;
• Exceptionally high level of honesty and
  integrity;
• Intelligent, organized, creative and
  proactive problem solver; and
• Ability to cooperate effectively in a
  multi-cultural environment.

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