Job Title: Driver
Organisation: Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC)
Duty Station: Kabale, Uganda
Reports to: Transport & Logistics Officer
About US:
The Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC) is an indigenous medical organization that was established in 1991 as a limited liability not-for-profit Joint-venture between the Uganda Ministry of Health (MoH), Ministry of Defense and Makerere University Medical School (now Makerere College of Health Sciences).
About the JCRC USAID/LPHS- Kigezi & Lango:
USAID’s Local Partner Health Services Kigezi & Lango is a five-year Activity implemented by Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC) as a transition mechanism from USAID RHITES SW and USAID RHITES-N, Lango to continue implementation of service delivery activities (HIV & TB) in Kigezi as well as Lango regions.
Job Summary: The Driver will transport JCRC staff and supplies (Drugs, Laboratory Reagent, Sundries and other items) from and to the required destination in accordance with transport schedules and procedures. He/she shall Keep and update a log of vehicle movement and ensure that the vehicle is in proper and safe condition at all times
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Complete and submit all necessary paperwork, such as dispatch sheets and any other paper work required for effective delivery of JCRC supplies
- Deliver and pick items, documentation and ensuring accurate capture of what the item/documentation is, who received the item, and obtaining proper signatures.
- Responsible for the cleanliness, safety and security of the vehicle and its contents, to prevent loss, damage or accidents.
- Ensure that the vehicle is in proper and safe condition prior to use and accept responsibility to report any damage or mechanical malfunctions that exist.
- Keep and update a log of vehicle movement and records any critical occurrences.
- Advise the Transport & Logistics officer on vehicle maintenance and service schedules, license requirements and any other repairs.
- Maintain an excellent driving record
- Transport employees, stakeholders, and other individuals as directed in a safe and responsible manner.
- Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant for the aforementioned vacancy must hold an Ordinary Level Certificate with training in Automobile Mechanics, Defensive Driving and First Aid
- Driver’s License and good driving record. Classes: B, CM, DL
- A minimum of four years of driving experience in an INGO organization preferably USAID-funded
- Ability to communicate with officials and guests in a relaxed but competent and professional manner.
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of staff, implementing partners and beneficiaries.
- Language Proficiency: Ability to speak, read, and write in English fluently
- Demonstrate dependability and self-motivation.
- Maintain high level of personal integrity and reliability. Be willing to work extra/overtime hours as needed according to departmental workload.
How to Apply:
All applications must be addressed to; The Manager Human Resource & Development at Joint Clinical Research Centre, Plot 101 Lubowa Campus off Entebbe Road, P.O Box 10005, Kampala-Uganda. Email: [email protected]
Strictly two documents combined in one PDF are required (Application letter and CV not exceeding 6 pages).
Note: JCRC is an equal opportunity employer. Any attempts of influencing the recruitment process will lead to automatic disqualification
Deadline: 11th August 2022
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