Background

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 University College of Health Sciences). JCRC is located on plot 101 Lubowa Hill Off Entebbe Road P.O. Box 10005 Kampala. Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC) seeks to recruit competent, dynamic, motivated and innovative candidates for the following positions;

Job Purpose

To transport JCRC staff and supplies 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

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 & Experience

• A minimum of Ordinary Level Certificate with training in Automobile Mechanics, Defensive Driving and First Aid
• Driver’s valid license and good driving record. Classes: B, CM, DL
• At least 5 years of driving experience in an NGO organization Preferably USG 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.

• 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.

• 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.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English fluently
• Dependability and self-motivation.
• High level of personal integrity and reliability.
• Willingness to work extra/overtime hours as needed.

• A minimum of Ordinary Level Certificate with training in Automobile Mechanics, Defensive Driving and First Aid
• Driver’s valid license and good driving record. Classes: B, CM, DL