Driver International Potato Center (CIP)

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a dynamic Driver for the CIP office in Kampala, Uganda. This position will support the RTB Breeding project and some general administrative activities.

Location: Kampala, Uganda

The Position:
He/She will be expected to support the activities of the RTB Breeding Project and some general administrative activities. The selected candidate will report to the Administrative Assistant II. He/She will assume the following duties and responsibilities:

Duties & Responsibilities:
• Ensure that project vehicles are kept clean and road worthy;
• Check vehicle condition/requirement and fill-in the Logbook properly;
Ensure use of project vehicles is in compliance with CIP motor vehicle policy;
Operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner and always follow road safety standards;
• Conduct day-to-day vehicle checks on oil, water, battery, brakes, tyres etc. and timely report any noted defects to the Supervisor;
• Ensure regular maintenance and servicing of project vehicles with reputable service providers;
• Report accidents or incidents to the Supervisor in a timely manner;
• Drive project vehicles for transportation of project staff to implement field activities in project target countries;
Prepare monthly summary of project vehicles’ logbooks and share with the office administrative assistant;
• Ensure compliance with CIP driving policy in case of involvement in an accident;
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor

Requirements
Selection Criteria
• Valid driver’s license;
• At least 2 years of experience required in similar positions with a safe driving record;
• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations;
• Basic knowledge of car mechanics and ability to attend to minor repairs and maintenance of the vehicle in case of breakdown will be an added advantage;
• Computer literate and conversant with the MS Office;
Ability to adapt to different work situations and work in a team;
• Experience in driving 4×4 vehicles over long distances and on rough terrain;
• Experience in working with international organisations is an added advantage;
• Willingness to spend considerable time working under field conditions in rural areas