Description
• Provide transportation to staff and IITA authorized passengers using IITA vehicles in accordance with IITA policies and procedures.
• Operate and maintain vehicles assigned in a manner that ensures greatest safety possible for the vehicle and its passengers and that maximizes vehicle working life.
Assist in loading and unloading equipment, specimens and supplies onto IITA vehicles.
• Maintain the cleanliness and basic maintenance of the assigned vehicle.
Coordinate with staff to ensure timely arrivals and departures for scheduled activities, in line with the fleet management policy.
• Keep accurate records of mileage fuel consumption and vehicle maintenance.
• Ensure the vehicle Assigned is timely serviced.
• Support logistical needs such as picking up supplies and materials for research work
• Compile and submit monthly vehicle mileage reports to the station manager
• Maintain and ensure an effective filing system of documents for all vehicles at the station
• Support the Station Manager in review of bills and invoices from the garage and other vehicle maintenance.
• Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with staff, authorized travelers, and external contractors.
• Keep vehicle log sheets updated.
• Any other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements
• Must have completed Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE)
• Familiarity with government road safety regulations and protocol for transporting Scientific specimens.
• Basic computing skills with knowledge of MS Office applications
• Good knowledge of English language.
• Good written and Oral communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other staff members.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills, good judgment, and a high level of respect for confidentiality.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Ability to adapt to a flexible working schedule based on the institutes requirements.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety and punctuality.
• Between 30- 45 years
• At least more than 2 years working experience in a similar field preferably in a busy NGO
• Valid driving permit for classes B and C/C1. With a clean driving record

Benefits
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions