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Title:         Assistant
Motor Pool Supervisor

Organisation: United
States US Embassy, US Mission in Uganda

Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda

Salary: UGX
48,127,742 /=

Open to: Current
Employees of the Mission – This includes U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members
(USEFMs); Eligible Family Members (EFMs); Declared Members of Household (MOHs),
dependents of U.S. Personal Services Contract (USPSC) who are assigned under
COM – All Agencies

Position Number: Kampala 2020-031

About US Embassy:

The United States
Embassy in Kampala, Uganda has enjoyed diplomatic relations with Uganda for
over 30 years.  Ambassador Deborah R. Malac 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 (CDC)
• Peace Corps

Job Summary:  The Assistant Motor Pool Supervisor oversees
62 employees in the Motor Pool unit. 
Plans, directs, and coordinates the use and maintenance of motor
vehicles and assignment of chauffeurs to provide efficient and safe
transportation services to post personnel and official visitors.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

Motor Pool Schedule
50%

·       
The
Incumbent helps plan, direct and coordinate motor vehicle operations for the
entire Mission.  Spot checks motor pool
and takes necessary action to maintain and improve efficiency of operations.

·       
Plans
and directs vehicle use and driver assignments and establishes priorities in
demand for vehicles.

·       
Establishes
work schedules for drivers and directly supervisors 10 drivers.   

Vehicle Maintenance
20%                                                                                                                                         

·       
The
Incumbent helps plan vehicle maintenance to insure maximum availability of
vehicles. Keeps track of all vehicles sent out for repairs.  Periodically inspects the appearance of
vehicles and ensures every morning the vehicles are clean and ready to duty.

Management of
Shuttle Program 15%                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

·       
The
Incumbent will be in charge of the Mission’s shuttle program.  Will ensure the shuttle program is run
effectively by being at the warehouse every morning before the shuttles depart.                       

Supervision 15%

·       
Serves
as acting Motor Pool Supervisor in the absence of the MP Supervisor.  For official visits, Incumbent will attend
all countdown meetings and be the main point of contact for control officers.                             

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

NOTE:  All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed
below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

·       
The
applicants for the United States US Embassy Assistant Motor Pool Supervisor job
opportunity should have completed secondary school education (both ‘O and A’
level).

·       
At least
three years of experience in vehicle fleet management, dispatcher, or
automotive maintenance in addition to one (1) year of supervisory experience is
required.

·       
Detailed
knowledge of Motor Pool regulations and manuals. 

·       
Knowledge
of internal policies and controls and office structure, 6 FAM. Safety
regulation.

·       
Must be
familiar with local traffic regulations; must be familiar with motor vehicle
registration and inspection requirements and have knowledge in vehicle
importation procedures.

·       
Must
have a valid local driver’s license minimum of class B.

·       
Must
have multi-tasking ability and an aptitude to exercise judgment in making the
best use of equipment and personnel resources; in managing priorities, making
recommendations and providing customer service to all.

·       
Language: English level III (Good Working Knowledge)
Speaking/Reading/Writing is required. This may be tested.

How to Apply:

All those interested
in working with the US mission in Kampala should send their applications online
at the link below.

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Here

Deadline: 24^th July 2020

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