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About AFRIpads
Our innovative menstrual health and hygiene solution drives life-changing impact through our reusable products, menstrual health education, and an evidence-based approach. Our core product – AFRIpads Reusable Menstrual Kits – provides women and girls with a sustainable, quality certified menstrual product solution that offers lasting protection, comfort, and dignity. AFRIpads has its head office in Kampala, Uganda. The AFRIpads factory is located in Masaka, Uganda, and supported by our team of nearly 100 employees (over 85% female). AFRIpads products are exported to over 40 countries and have impacted the lives of more than 6 million women and girls. To learn more please visit www.afripads.com.
Who are we looking for?
An exciting opportunity has become available at AFRIpads and we’re looking for a vibrant, energetic, flexible, talented Fleet & Operations Coordinator to support our operations team in managing the fleet and supporting the operations processes. We’re looking for a proactive team player that has a strong sense of reliability and good planning skills.
Key Responsibilities:
The role sits in the Operations department, reporting to the Logistics Manager. The operations department consists of 1 Logistics, 1 Procurement and 2 drivers, as well as a head of department. Your role will be supporting the logistics and procurement personnel while giving direction to the drivers. You will be a pivotal contributor to mainly logistics activities, while supporting on other operational activities like stores and procurement.
Fleet
- Coordinate and monitor the company’s fleet operations, including scheduling, dispatching, and tracking vehicle usage.
- Oversee fleet maintenance and inspections to ensure vehicles are running smoothly and comply with safety standards. Source parts and obtain quotations for parts.
- Coordinate fuel supply for all vehicles and maintain up-to-date records of fuel usage.
- Maintain records of vehicle documentation, repairs, and fuel usage.
- In case of driver shortage, support with delivering stock.
Operations
- Operations lead for field trips: coordinate drivers, book hotels, secure stock for the trips and safety considerations.
- Support procurement activities by sourcing new suppliers and be responsible for overseeing property maintenance.
- Support with inventory management and stock verification in the Kampala stores.
- Assist with other administrative tasks and special projects as assigned.
Who you are:
Necessary Requirements:
- Degree in transport, logistics, fleet management or related fields from a recognised institution of higher learning
- 3 Years minimum working experience as a Logistics Assistant/ Fleet Clerk / Operations Assistant or similar category in a busy environment
- At least 4 years driving experience
- Excellent understanding of vehicles
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills (English)
- Computer and technology skills: Excel and Microsoft Office
Preferred Requirements:
- Experience dealing with drivers and mechanics
- Knowledge or experience in automobiles an added advantage
- Experience working in commercial or non-governmental sectors
- Excellent at problem solving
- Personality profile: practical, highly organized, responsive, persistent, likable, resourceful, likes challenges
What do we offer?
- Competitive compensation package based on your experience.
- A One Year contract upon signing, with opportunity for performance-based extension.
- Daily company lunch at the office.
- Being part of a driven, fun and passionate team working on an important mission.
You want to join!
If you’re interested in this role at AFRIpads, we invite you to submit your application by going to https://a.peoplehum.com/7keed and submitting it no later than 29 August 2025. For any questions, you can write to info@afripads.com.
We recognize the value of diversity in our workforce, and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all candidates who apply; however only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.