Reports to: People and Culture Officer
Location: WestNile
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Operations

About Omia Agribusiness Development Group
Omia Agribusiness is dedicated to empowering farmers across Africa by providing access to genuine, high-quality, and affordable agricultural inputs, expert technical support, and reliable market linkages.
Since our inception in July 2018, we have supported over 61,000 farmers across Uganda through a robust network that includes 15 outlets in 7 districts, 190+ commercial agents, and our innovative USSD platform *284*173#, which enables farmers to easily access climate-smart inputs, free extension services, and markets for their produce.
Our mission-driven operations rely on passionate and dependable team members who are committed to reaching even the most remote farming communities with the tools and support they need to thrive.

Job Purpose
To provide safe, reliable, and timely transportation of staff, goods, and other materials for Omia Agribusiness while ensuring proper maintenance and management of the company vehicle(s) in line with company policy.

Key Responsibilities
• Safely drive staff and goods to assigned destinations as directed.
• Ensure the vehicle is well-maintained, clean, and in good working condition at all times.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report any mechanical issues or accidents promptly.
• Maintain a vehicle logbook with accurate records of mileage, fuel consumption, destinations, and service schedules.
• Ensure compliance with all traffic laws and internal transport guidelines.
• Assist with loading and offloading of agricultural inputs and other goods as required.
• Support field logistics and deliveries, especially in rural or hard-to-reach areas.
• Monitor service and insurance schedules and notify the supervisor in time for renewals or maintenance.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling organizational property or sensitive information.

Qualifications and Experience
• Valid Ugandan driving permit (Class B, CM, DL or above).
• At least 3 years of professional driving experience, preferably with NGOs, agribusinesses, or logistics companies.
• Defensive driving certification is an added advantage.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot minor issues.
• Fluent in English and local languages used in West Nile.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Key Competencies
• High level of integrity and honesty.
• Punctual and dependable.
• Attention to detail and safety.
• Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel frequently, including upcountry and cross-border trips if necessary.
Application Deadline: 08th July 2025

How to Apply: How to Apply:

Please upload your CV and all relevant documents as a single PDF file.
Applications must be submitted online via our Odoo recruitment portal https://omia.odoo.com/jobs/detail/driver–37

Only online applications will be considered. No hard copy or handwritten applications will be accepted.
Shortlisting will be strictly based on merit. Any candidate who attempts to bypass the recruitment criteria shall be automatically disqualified.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Omia Agribusiness is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.