Project Driver
2025-06-16T20:38:40+00:00
Chemonics International Inc
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FULL_TIME
Kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Consulting
Transportation & Logistics
2025-06-23T17:00:00+00:00
Uganda
8
Project: Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement and Supply Management Uganda
Background
The purpose of the Global Health Supply Chain - Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM)
Program is to ensure uninterrupted supplies of health commodities in support of United States Government (USG)-funded public health initiatives around the world. The project provides direct procurement and supply chain management support to the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief
(PEPFAR) and President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI). In supporting USG-funded global health activities, GHSC-PSM will develop and manage a wide array of services for health commodity procurement and related systems strengthening technical assistance encompassing different elements of a comprehensive supply chain.
At the country level, GHSC-PSM supports country strategies and priorities that fall under the following three project objectives:
• Global Commodity Procurement and Logistics
• Systems and operational support
• Global and local collaboration to improve availability of health commodities
Purpose
The project driver is responsible for utilizing and maintaining GHSC-PSM vehicle(s) for official purposes in accordance with USAID rules and regulations and Chemonics policies and procedures. The driver will report to the Office/HR manager and provide reliable and secure driving services transporting authorized personnel.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
• Drive assigned project vehicle daily, as assigned and/or preapproved by supervisor, including on scheduled field trips, project-related trips within and outside Kampala, and other driving assignments as required
• Ensure cleanliness of assigned vehicle
• Check assigned vehicle weekly to ensure that it is operational and safe to drive
• Check the oil, radiator, fan belt, brake fluid, wipers, tires, lights, and signals on a weekly basis
• This also includes ensuring all required safety equipment and other accessories are available and accessible in the vehicle and in good working condition e.g. jack, first aid kit, etc.
• Initiate and supervise any repairs required on assigned vehicles with supervisor’s approval
• Initiate and supervise routine periodic maintenance of assigned project vehicles, including oil and filter changes, tune-ups, and professional cleaning by high-pressure hose based on the manufacturer’s instructions on optimum maintenance requirements
• Fulfill project reporting requirements and maintain records including vehicle logs, vehicle routing, and vehicle condition
• Ensure passenger safety by obeying traffic laws, driving carefully, and ensuring each person in the vehicle wears a seatbelt
• Collection and delivery of mail, pouch, documents and official materials to and from USG, MoH and partners
• Ensure availability (registration, insurance, etc.) of all required documents pertaining to the assigned vehicle. Routinely monitor and ensure these documents are updated and identify in a timely manner with HR/Office Manager expiration dates and renewal requirements
• Perform miscellaneous office support functions such as messenger services and making photocopies as directed by the HR/Office Manager
• Other related duties as required by supervisor
Qualifications and Desired Attributes
• Proven qualifications in safe driving
• Minimum two years of experience driving vehicles for entities or organizations
• Previous experience driving official vehicles for USAID-funded projects preferred
• Prior experience with GHSC-PSM preferred
• Valid Uganda driver’s license for at least one year and good driving record is required
• Fluency in English and local language(s)
• Good knowledge of Kampala and country map and routes
• Understanding of auto mechanics required
• Certification in mechanics or automobile maintenance
• Must be in good physical health
Level of Effort and Location
This long-term position will be based in Kampala, Uganda with intermittent travel throughout the country, as needed.
Supervision
The Driver will report directly to the HR/Office Manager or his/her designee.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities • Drive assigned project vehicle daily, as assigned and/or preapproved by supervisor, including on scheduled field trips, project-related trips within and outside Kampala, and other driving assignments as required • Ensure cleanliness of assigned vehicle • Check assigned vehicle weekly to ensure that it is operational and safe to drive • Check the oil, radiator, fan belt, brake fluid, wipers, tires, lights, and signals on a weekly basis • This also includes ensuring all required safety equipment and other accessories are available and accessible in the vehicle and in good working condition e.g. jack, first aid kit, etc. • Initiate and supervise any repairs required on assigned vehicles with supervisor’s approval • Initiate and supervise routine periodic maintenance of assigned project vehicles, including oil and filter changes, tune-ups, and professional cleaning by high-pressure hose based on the manufacturer’s instructions on optimum maintenance requirements • Fulfill project reporting requirements and maintain records including vehicle logs, vehicle routing, and vehicle condition • Ensure passenger safety by obeying traffic laws, driving carefully, and ensuring each person in the vehicle wears a seatbelt • Collection and delivery of mail, pouch, documents and official materials to and from USG, MoH and partners • Ensure availability (registration, insurance, etc.) of all required documents pertaining to the assigned vehicle. Routinely monitor and ensure these documents are updated and identify in a timely manner with HR/Office Manager expiration dates and renewal requirements • Perform miscellaneous office support functions such as messenger services and making photocopies as directed by the HR/Office Manager • Other related duties as required by supervisor
Qualifications and Desired Attributes • Proven qualifications in safe driving • Minimum two years of experience driving vehicles for entities or organizations • Previous experience driving official vehicles for USAID-funded projects preferred • Prior experience with GHSC-PSM preferred • Valid Uganda driver’s license for at least one year and good driving record is required • Fluency in English and local language(s) • Good knowledge of Kampala and country map and routes • Understanding of auto mechanics required • Certification in mechanics or automobile maintenance • Must be in good physical health
JOB-685080d0d251b
Vacancy title:
Project Driver
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Transportation & Logistics]
Jobs at:
Chemonics International Inc
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, June 23 2025
Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala | Uganda
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, June 16 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Project: Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement and Supply Management Uganda
Background
The purpose of the Global Health Supply Chain - Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM)
Program is to ensure uninterrupted supplies of health commodities in support of United States Government (USG)-funded public health initiatives around the world. The project provides direct procurement and supply chain management support to the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief
(PEPFAR) and President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI). In supporting USG-funded global health activities, GHSC-PSM will develop and manage a wide array of services for health commodity procurement and related systems strengthening technical assistance encompassing different elements of a comprehensive supply chain.
At the country level, GHSC-PSM supports country strategies and priorities that fall under the following three project objectives:
• Global Commodity Procurement and Logistics
• Systems and operational support
• Global and local collaboration to improve availability of health commodities
Purpose
The project driver is responsible for utilizing and maintaining GHSC-PSM vehicle(s) for official purposes in accordance with USAID rules and regulations and Chemonics policies and procedures. The driver will report to the Office/HR manager and provide reliable and secure driving services transporting authorized personnel.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
• Drive assigned project vehicle daily, as assigned and/or preapproved by supervisor, including on scheduled field trips, project-related trips within and outside Kampala, and other driving assignments as required
• Ensure cleanliness of assigned vehicle
• Check assigned vehicle weekly to ensure that it is operational and safe to drive
• Check the oil, radiator, fan belt, brake fluid, wipers, tires, lights, and signals on a weekly basis
• This also includes ensuring all required safety equipment and other accessories are available and accessible in the vehicle and in good working condition e.g. jack, first aid kit, etc.
• Initiate and supervise any repairs required on assigned vehicles with supervisor’s approval
• Initiate and supervise routine periodic maintenance of assigned project vehicles, including oil and filter changes, tune-ups, and professional cleaning by high-pressure hose based on the manufacturer’s instructions on optimum maintenance requirements
• Fulfill project reporting requirements and maintain records including vehicle logs, vehicle routing, and vehicle condition
• Ensure passenger safety by obeying traffic laws, driving carefully, and ensuring each person in the vehicle wears a seatbelt
• Collection and delivery of mail, pouch, documents and official materials to and from USG, MoH and partners
• Ensure availability (registration, insurance, etc.) of all required documents pertaining to the assigned vehicle. Routinely monitor and ensure these documents are updated and identify in a timely manner with HR/Office Manager expiration dates and renewal requirements
• Perform miscellaneous office support functions such as messenger services and making photocopies as directed by the HR/Office Manager
• Other related duties as required by supervisor
Qualifications and Desired Attributes
• Proven qualifications in safe driving
• Minimum two years of experience driving vehicles for entities or organizations
• Previous experience driving official vehicles for USAID-funded projects preferred
• Prior experience with GHSC-PSM preferred
• Valid Uganda driver’s license for at least one year and good driving record is required
• Fluency in English and local language(s)
• Good knowledge of Kampala and country map and routes
• Understanding of auto mechanics required
• Certification in mechanics or automobile maintenance
• Must be in good physical health
Level of Effort and Location
This long-term position will be based in Kampala, Uganda with intermittent travel throughout the country, as needed.
Supervision
The Driver will report directly to the HR/Office Manager or his/her designee.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
To apply, please use this link: https://chemonics.formstack.com/forms/project_driver. Applications submitted by email or any other means will not be reviewed. Please include a cover letter highlighting your experience, and an updated CV showing your qualifications and relevant experience. Applications must be submitted no later than June 23, 2025, at 5:00 pm East Africa Time.
Please note
Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries by phone or in person regarding the status of your application.
Disclaimer
Filling this position is contingent upon receiving USG approval and funding.
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