JOB DETAILS:

Organization Overview:

National Animal Genetics Resources Centre and Data Bank, a body corporate under the Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries its mandate is to take a leading role in establishing a comprehensive National Animal Breeding Programme in Uganda, wishes to recruit the following:

17.Job Title Drivers (4) and Tractor Operator (1)
No. of Vacancy 05
Location Headquarters
Reporting to Estates Officer/ Mechanical or Supervisor where Deployed

Overall Job Purpose

To drive safely and maintain or facilitate maintenance of the Centre vehicle.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Drives the vehicle as authorized and takes appropriate measures to secure and safeguard it.
• Undertakes routine checks on the vehicle’s mechanical, safety and other status and carries out basic maintenance procedures.
• Liaises with Supervisor for fuel requisitions and due date for vehicle service.
• Maintains cleanliness of vehicle log where provided.
• Reports any major vehicle faults or status of the vehicle following repairs.
• Reports any accident incidents cases to the Supervisor and other relevant authorities.
• Administers first aid where necessary.
• Undertakes any other official duties as may be assigned.

Basic Requirements

• Must have a valid driving license of an appropriate class with a clean driving track record.
• Should have a certificate in Defensive driving
• Should have a Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or equivalent qualification with credits in English Language and Mathematics
• Should have a continuous driving experience of at least 5 years

Job Commitment

Starting date Immediately
Age Limit 35-55 Years
Duration of commitment 3 years Contract
Salary Expectation Attractive

Job Education: Uganda Certificate of Education

Job Experience: 5 years

All CV, applications and testimonials (including 3 work references) should be sent to: The Executive Director National Animal Genetic Resources Centre & Data Bank, P.O. Box 183 Nsamizi Road, Entebbe Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted Dr. Charles Lagu, PhD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Closing Date : 6 May, 2020