Do you want to work for the world’s leading social enterprise manufacturing reusable menstrual pads? AFRIpads is looking for an experienced Fleet Controller.

About AFRIpads

AFRIpads, an award-winning social enterprise, is founded on the belief that if we can overcome menstrual barriers, we are one step closer to gender equality. 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.

An exciting opportunity has become available at AFRIpads and we’re looking for a vibrant, energetic, flexible, talented Fleet Controller to support our operations team in managing the fleet and supporting operations processes.

Who are we looking for?

In order to deliver menstrual health products to the intended user, the Fleet Controller will go a long way to provide logistical support to deliver timely and exceptional customer care. You would be responsible for overseeing vehicles and maintenance to keep our operations running smooth.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate, manage and support all the fleet management activities in the office.
• Update and maintain logistics tools/systems, filing and completing all logistics and fleet related records and documentation.
• Collaborate with different stakeholders and deliver key customer experience.
• Provide timely administrative support to fellow staff members.
• Support in general transport planning & movement of AFRIpads vehicles, including any assistance the Sales team may need with vans and drivers.
• Ensure that all vehicles have the necessary documentation & accessories.
• Ensure vehicles are highly maintained and in good mechanical condition.
• Ensure timely vehicle servicing and repairs.
• Ensure all vehicles have fuel and the usage is timely accounted for.
• Conduct Weekly vehicle inspections and maintenance of vehicle mileage records.
• Support in obtaining vendor quotations for local procurements of vehicle related parts.
• Perform preventative maintenance and less difficult servicing duties on vehicles.
• Support with data filing and completion of maintenance records and documents.
• Liaise with stores in charge for customer order issuance, dispatches and delivery.
• Support with driving company vehicles to deliver / collect stock / orders to and from various locations in case of driver shortage.
• Other: Support Operations department with Procurement and Travel requests
• Other: Support Operations department with store and stock management
• Opportunity for Growth: This role may evolve into more responsibilities, such as transport planning and direct management of our drivers after time.

Who you are:

You are an experienced fleet professional.

• Degree in transport & logistics, fleet management or related fields from a recognised institution of higher learning
• 3 Years minimum working experience as Logistics Assistant/ Fleet Clerk / Operations Assistant or similar category in busy environment
• Experience dealing with drivers and mechanics
• Knowledge or experience in automobiles an added advantage
• Experience working in commercial or non-governmental sectors
• At least 4 years driving experience
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills (English)
• Data entry skills and capability in MS office especially Excel; ability to develop fleet reporting tools
• Proven problem solver
• Personality profile: practical, highly organized, responsive, persistent, likable, resourceful, likes challenges

What do we offer?

• A competitive compensation package based on your experience.
• A 1-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 28 February 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.