The Ugandan Jobline

Job Title:  Officer Fleet Operations (Fresher Jobs)

Organisation: Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About the Company:

Uganda Revenue Authority is a semi-autonomous Government Agency under the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development that is mandated to assess, collect and account for Government Tax and Non-Tax Revenue.

Job Summary:  Coordinate the provision of transportation services to support URA operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Monitor the implementation of URA Fleet insurance and license cover to ensure compliance with the provisions of the Insurance Policy and Regulations

• Maintain a database of URA Fleet due for insurance/license renewal and forward to supervisor for approval when the need arises
• Follow-up on the acquisition of insurance/license stickers with the Transport Licensing Board
• Prepare claims for license fee renewals for payment and distribute license/insurance stickers to the respective Fleet Assistants
• Coordinate the insurance compensation and third-party liability claims process when accidents occur
• Generate quarterly accident management reports that inform the Transport Licensing board and management’s decisions

Supervise the Fleet management system and Log book usage to foster compliance with the Fleet Management Policy and Guidelines

• Sensitize Fleet Assistants on the Fleet Management System and log book usage
• Raise requisitions for parking registers, vehicle gate passes and log books for issuance to fleet assistants
• Monitor the usage of motor vehicle log books and street parking receipts and store those that are used up
• Extract periodic Fleet Management Information System reports on vehicle parking compliance and submit them to Supervisor Fleet

Respond to transport and logistical requests across URA to facilitate business operations

• Provide for transport requests across URA to transport staff and any other authorized items
• Compile fuel order requests and submit them to the supervisor for approval
• Prepare and account for payments of hired vehicle services
• Manage Reconcile vehicle fuel consumption, cleaning and maintenance costs and submit to the supervisor for approval
• Coordinate fleet procurement processes and maintenance of motor vehicle tyres.

Plan and manage the performance and development of staff under jurisdiction to improve their productivity

• Plan and budget for resource requirements in the business Unit and monitor the usage to ensure efficiency
• Develop and monitor a Business Unit Work plan and develop performance agreements with all the staff under supervision
• Monitor staff performance and provide guidance and periodic feedback for performance improvement
• Assess the training and development needs of staff under supervision and recommend appropriate interventions
• Provide coaching and mentoring support to staff under jurisdiction
• Initiate and implement activities/programs intended to create and harness teamwork in the Business Unit
• Implement succession planning and any other staff-related programs as introduced and approved in the organization
• Create and maintain a working atmosphere that fosters creativity and innovation in the team

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Essential Requirements   

• An relevant Honors Bachelor’s degree or its equivalency in either Management, Accountancy, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Mechanical Engineering from a recognized academic institution.
• At least (2) two years of experience in fleet management in a reputable organization
• A valid driving permit with at least class B (04 years).
• An impeccable record of integrity

Desirable Requirements    

• Training in Fleet management
• Understanding of PPDA regulations

Knowledge   

• Knowledge of the Traffic and Road Safety Act,
• Knowledge of Computerized Fleet Management Systems
• Knowledge in handling Insurance matters and incident management.
• Conversant with statutory requirements for Fleet Operations

Special Skills and Attributes

• The incumbent should have good Communication skills
• The incumbent should have good interpersonal customer care skills
• The incumbent should have good crisis management skills
• S/he should be able to demonstrate Analytical and decision-making skills

How to Apply:

• Visit this URA link, Click Here to view the detailed job description then click Apply Online.
• Upon submission of your application, you will receive an acknowledgement notification via email. Please ensure that your mailbox has adequate space.
• In case you are not able to complete the application process, you will be required to save your work and the information captured will be saved in your login. This will enable you to resume and complete your application at any time/date within the application period.
• Applicants are required to scan and attach copies of all the requisite academic documents such as Degree Transcripts; A’ level, O’ level Certificates, or any other certification attained. Any qualification which is not attached will not be considered.
• Academic documents of the successful candidates will be vetted and background checks conducted. Applicants that do not possess authentic academic documents will not be considered.
• Any applicant with forged academic documents will be charged in the relevant courts of law.
• Candidates who submit falsified information will be automatically disqualified.
• Degree holders SHOULD NOT apply for Fleet Assistant, Office Assistant and any other position whose job requirements are at diploma level and below.
• ONLY online applications using the link provided above will be considered.
• Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
• In case of any inquires please send an e-mail to recruitment@ura.go.ug. or call 0323443643.

Deadline: 10th September 2024

NB: URA is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge money for recruitment

For more of the latest jobs, please visit https://www.theugandanjobline.com or find us on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/UgandanJobline

Related Jobs