Fresher United States Embassy / US Mission Jobs – Chauffeur/Expeditor
Job Title: Chauffeur/Expeditor
Organisation: United States US Embassy, US Mission in Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Salary Grade: FSN5 (Ugshs 38,561,734 p.a. inclusive of allowances )
Vacancy Announcement Number: 10-18
About US Embassy:
The United States Embassy in Kampala, Uganda has enjoyed diplomatic relations with Uganda for over 30 years. Ambassador Deborah R. Malac currently heads the U.S Mission to Uganda. The Mission is composed of several offices and organizations all working under the auspices of the Embassy and at the direction of the Ambassador.
Among the offices operating under the U.S Mission to Uganda are:
- United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
- Peace Corps
Job Summary: The Chauffeur/Expeditor follows a work schedule provided by the DAO. Drives DAO to/from official functions and to locations outside Kampala. Delivers and picks up documents. Drives visiting American Officials as instructed and maintains 5 vehicles in clean and neat conditions at all times. Checks oil, water, gas and tires daily. Follows up with maintenance schedules to ensure that cars are checked on a regular basis and that tune ups are performed. Ensure assigned vehicle(s) are in proper working order and all required maintenance is performed. Conduct vehicle inspections following guidelines from inspection checklist provided by current DIA forms. Document daily inspections and arrange for corrective action on all discrepancies found/noted. Schedule vehicle for routine maintenance (oil changes, tune-ups, etc.) Ensure that vehicles are clean and serviceable at all times. Document vehicle movements on current DIA form(s) to track utilization. Document vehicle expenditure to track cost efficiency of assets. Fill out accident reports when necessary.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
- The applicants for the US Embassy Chauffeur/Expeditor career opportunity should have completed secondary school (both ‘O and A’ level)
- A minimum of two years’ experience as a chauffeur is required.
- Must be responsible, self-motivated and works with little supervision. Must be able to perform emergency road service and be able to coordinate for road service assistance. Occasionally have to load and unload heavy luggage and packages. Must be able to navigate through Entebbe Airport and achieve positive connections inside airport security, Civil Aviation Authority, Entebbe Ground Handling Services, and VIP section of Entebbe Airport.
- Broad knowledge of automotive maintenance. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must be familiar with local traffic laws and area traffic patterns.
- Language: Level III English (Good Working Knowledge) is required.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join the United States Embassy in Kampala are encouraged to Apply Online by following the instructions below;
- Applicants shall be required to register under the careers page for US Embassy Kampala using the link, Click Here
- You will receive confirmation of registration and proceed to apply.
- On completion of this process you will receive an auto response via your email.
NB: Applicants claiming a U.S. Veteran’s preference must submit written documentation confirming eligibility (e.g., Member Copy 4 of Form DD-214, Letter from the Veteran’s Administration, or certification documenting eligibility under the VOW Act with an expected discharge no later than 120 days after the certification is submitted) by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veteran’s preference will not be considered in the application process. Specific criteria for receiving a U.S. Veteran’s preference may be found in HR/OE’s Family Member Employment Policy (FMEP).
Deadline: 5th March 2018
The US Mission in Kampala provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.
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