Driver Job Opportunities – Makerere University Lung Institute (MLI)

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Job Title:  Driver

Organisation: Makerere University Lung Institute (MLI)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

 

About US:

Makerere University Lung Institute (MLI) is a center of excellence for lung health research at the Makerere University College of Health Sciences. Our mission is to conduct high quality lung health research that integrates disease prevention, clinical care and training in Sub-Saharan Africa. MLI in collaboration with Servicio Madrileño de Salud/Fundación para la Investigación Biomédica Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre and EDCTP are conducting a clinical trial for
empirical treatment of cytomegalovirus and tuberculosis among HIV positive infants.

 

Job Summary:  The driver is responsible for conveying materials, equipment, and staff of the organization to the areas Where they are required.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide reliable and secure driving services by driving institute vehicles for the transport of Authorized personnel and delivery and collection of mail, documents, and other items
  • Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, Arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc.
  • Assist with supplies and trial material delivery
  • Assist with timely movement and pickup of samples between points, e.g., clinic and local
  • Laboratories and delivery to trial clinic
  • Report any case of accident, injury or damage of vehicles to the supervisor
  • Keep all relevant records including receipts for vehicle maintenance, insurance etc.
  • Maintain and update vehicle travel log
  • Ensure compliance with traffic and road safety regulations

 




Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • Completion of secondary education
  • valid driver’s license
  • At least three years’ work experience as a driver
  • Ability to drive for extended periods
  • Strong commitment to safety
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Great time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to perform basic vehicle maintenance

 

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates should submit a one-page cover letter, CV

(Maximum 2 pages) with relevant certificates & two reference letters as a single file to

mli.chs@mak.ac.ug Indicate, “CONAT” in the subject line.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

 

Deadline: 11th July 2022 at 5:00pm

 

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