Medical Research Council Unit, The Gambia Current Jobs in Nigeria: Recruitment for Head of Transport

THE ORGANIZATION:

The MRC Unit, The Gambia, is the Medical Research. Council’s largest establishment conducting laboratory, field based and clinical research in a developing country. The Unit wish to recruit a Head of Transport who will work with the Heads of Department/Projects/Themes for the safe, reliable and efficient transportation of staff, visitors and goods. 

He/she will also regularly supervise/interact J with the Garage Manager to ensure continued availability of the vehicles and motorbikes for MRC activities.

POST TITLE:   Head of Transport

We are looking for someone that has significant presence, determination and influence to improve the quality and standards of the transport services for the MRC Unit with:

• HNC/HND or degree in Transport Management,
• Logistics or Operations Management from a recognized institute,
• Strong leadership and organizational skills,
• Previous experience managing a large transport fleet (40+ vehicles),
• A good understanding of vehicle/motorbike maintenance & repairs,
• Proven staff management experience,
• Proven experience of managing a busy,
• Garage/Transport Department,
• Experience in writing reports and preparing duty rosters,
• Excellent IT skills (Word, Excel, Power Point),
• Excellent written and spoken English,
• Ability to motivate staff and to develop high performing teams,
• Ability to work co-operatively in a team,
• Ability to keep to tight deadlines,
• Ability to set high personal standards,
• Excellent communication skills,
• Willingness to work outside of working hours,
• Willingness to regularly travel upcountry,
• Category A, B & C Driving Licence.

Although not essential, experience using a Fleet Management System, fluency in 2 local languages and a. Category D driving licence would be an advantage.

The appointment will be for 3 years and is subject to a probationary period of 6 months.

The salary will be in Occupational Group E1/E2 dependent on qualifications and experience. For displaced staff the package will include rent-free furnished accommodation, lights, contribution to school fees and shipment of personal effects.

METHOD OF APPLICATION & APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:

If you are interested and feel you have the qualities, skills and experience for this senior position please contact the Human Resources Office for a copy of the Job Descnption and Application Form. Completed application forms together with photocopies of qualifications should be sent to:

Human Resources Office,

Vacancy for Head of Transport MRC Unit,

The Gambia P.O. Box 273, Banjul.

Telephone 4495442/6 & 4490472/9 Email: hr@mrc.gm

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: The closing date for applications is 3^rd February 2012.

For further information about MRC Gambia visit www.mrc.gm

MRC is an Equal Opportunities Employer and operates a strict no smoking policy

NOTE: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.