Manager, Fleet job at Raising The Village (RTV)
Posted by: great-volunteer
Posted date: 2025-Jun-03
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Manager, Fleet 2025-06-02T14:43:54+00:00 Raising The Village (RTV) https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_2286/logo/Raising%20The%20Village.png https://raisingthevillage.org/ FULL_TIME Kampala Kampala 00256 Uganda Nonprofit, and NGO Management 2025-06-13T17:00:00+00:00 Uganda 8 Manager, Fleet Job at Raising The Village (RTV) About Raising The Village We are Raising The Village (RTV) – an international development organization and a registered charity – on a mission to end ultra-poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa. Raising The Village is a fast-growing organization on an accelerated growth path. Our teams in East Africa and North America work together to lift communities out of ultra-poverty in last-mile villages. We operate at the intersection of direct implementation and advanced data analytics to inform progress, decision-making, and impact. To date, we have supported more than one million people through our innovative holistic approach. We have achieved this tremendous growth with the support of our incredible partners from all around the globe who believe in our model and impact. Find out more about our programs and impact at www.raisingthevillage.org. Role Description Reporting to the Regional Programs Director, the Manager, Fleet is responsible for the strategic and day-to-day management of the organization’s vehicle fleet, ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation of staff, goods, and services across all operational areas. This role oversees fleet planning, vehicle maintenance, driver supervision, route optimization, compliance with transport policies, and fuel management. The role is primarily responsible for the oversight and management of RTV’s fleet services, ensuring the department is complying with all policies and regulations, while meeting the organization’s needs across departments. You are someone who loves challenges and can drive effective teamwork in a fast-paced dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities - Fleet Oversight & Planning
- Develop and implement fleet policies, procedures, and strategies to ensure operational effectiveness.
- Plan for the acquisition, replacement, and disposal of vehicles in line with organizational needs and budgets.
- Fleet Maintenance & Compliance
- Coordinate and monitor regular vehicle and motorbike maintenance, servicing, and inspections.
- Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy, insured, and compliant with transportation regulations in all areas of RTV operations.
- Manage vehicle and motorbike repair processes and maintain service records.
- Driver & Staff Supervision
- Recruit, supervise, and evaluate drivers and other fleet-related staff.
- Provide training on safe driving and riding, vehicle and motorbike use policies, and emergency protocols.
- Monitor driver performance and address incidents or violations.
- Fleet Utilization & Reporting
- Track and analyze vehicle and motorbike utilization, fuel consumption, mileage, and costs.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly fleet performance and cost-efficiency reports.
- Recommend improvements for cost savings and efficiency.
- Logistics & Support
- Coordinate vehicle and motorbike allocation and scheduling to meet program and operational demands.
- Provide logistical support for field teams and ensure timely movement of staff and materials.
- Manage emergencies and breakdowns effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Risk & Compliance Management
- Maintain accurate vehicle and motorbike documentation, including registration, insurance, and inspection records.
- Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
- Investigate and report any fleet-related incidents or accidents.
Required Skills and Expertise - Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Transport Management, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
- At least 5 years of experience managing a fleet, preferably in a multi-site or NGO environment.
- Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance, fuel systems, and logistics planning.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Proven experience using fleet management software and GPS tracking systems.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Willingness to travel locally in areas of operations as needed. Regular travel is required, including field visits to program sites across RTV operational areas, ensuring close alignment and support for on-ground operations.
Raising The Village is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We highly encourage women candidates to apply. Fleet Oversight & Planning Develop and implement fleet policies, procedures, and strategies to ensure operational effectiveness. Plan for the acquisition, replacement, and disposal of vehicles in line with organizational needs and budgets. Fleet Maintenance & Compliance Coordinate and monitor regular vehicle and motorbike maintenance, servicing, and inspections. Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy, insured, and compliant with transportation regulations in all areas of RTV operations. Manage vehicle and motorbike repair processes and maintain service records. Driver & Staff Supervision Recruit, supervise, and evaluate drivers and other fleet-related staff. Provide training on safe driving and riding, vehicle and motorbike use policies, and emergency protocols. Monitor driver performance and address incidents or violations. Fleet Utilization & Reporting Track and analyze vehicle and motorbike utilization, fuel consumption, mileage, and costs. Prepare monthly and quarterly fleet performance and cost-efficiency reports. Recommend improvements for cost savings and efficiency. Logistics & Support Coordinate vehicle and motorbike allocation and scheduling to meet program and operational demands. Provide logistical support for field teams and ensure timely movement of staff and materials. Manage emergencies and breakdowns effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to operations. Risk & Compliance Management Maintain accurate vehicle and motorbike documentation, including registration, insurance, and inspection records. Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards. Investigate and report any fleet-related incidents or accidents. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Transport Management, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field At least 5 years of experience managing a fleet, preferably in a multi-site or NGO environment. Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance, fuel systems, and logistics planning. Proven experience using fleet management software and GPS tracking systems. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Willingness to travel locally in areas of operations as needed. Regular travel is required, including field visits to program sites across RTV operational areas, ensuring close alignment and support for on-ground operations. JOB-683db8aa69ddf Vacancy title:
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Raising The Village (RTV) Deadline of this Job:
Friday, June 13 2025 Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala | Uganda Summary
Date Posted: Monday, June 2 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS: Manager, Fleet Job at Raising The Village (RTV) About Raising The Village We are Raising The Village (RTV) – an international development organization and a registered charity – on a mission to end ultra-poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa. Raising The Village is a fast-growing organization on an accelerated growth path. Our teams in East Africa and North America work together to lift communities out of ultra-poverty in last-mile villages. We operate at the intersection of direct implementation and advanced data analytics to inform progress, decision-making, and impact. To date, we have supported more than one million people through our innovative holistic approach. We have achieved this tremendous growth with the support of our incredible partners from all around the globe who believe in our model and impact. Find out more about our programs and impact at www.raisingthevillage.org. Role Description Reporting to the Regional Programs Director, the Manager, Fleet is responsible for the strategic and day-to-day management of the organization’s vehicle fleet, ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation of staff, goods, and services across all operational areas. This role oversees fleet planning, vehicle maintenance, driver supervision, route optimization, compliance with transport policies, and fuel management. The role is primarily responsible for the oversight and management of RTV’s fleet services, ensuring the department is complying with all policies and regulations, while meeting the organization’s needs across departments. You are someone who loves challenges and can drive effective teamwork in a fast-paced dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities - Fleet Oversight & Planning
- Develop and implement fleet policies, procedures, and strategies to ensure operational effectiveness.
- Plan for the acquisition, replacement, and disposal of vehicles in line with organizational needs and budgets.
- Fleet Maintenance & Compliance
- Coordinate and monitor regular vehicle and motorbike maintenance, servicing, and inspections.
- Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy, insured, and compliant with transportation regulations in all areas of RTV operations.
- Manage vehicle and motorbike repair processes and maintain service records.
- Driver & Staff Supervision
- Recruit, supervise, and evaluate drivers and other fleet-related staff.
- Provide training on safe driving and riding, vehicle and motorbike use policies, and emergency protocols.
- Monitor driver performance and address incidents or violations.
- Fleet Utilization & Reporting
- Track and analyze vehicle and motorbike utilization, fuel consumption, mileage, and costs.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly fleet performance and cost-efficiency reports.
- Recommend improvements for cost savings and efficiency.
- Logistics & Support
- Coordinate vehicle and motorbike allocation and scheduling to meet program and operational demands.
- Provide logistical support for field teams and ensure timely movement of staff and materials.
- Manage emergencies and breakdowns effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Risk & Compliance Management
- Maintain accurate vehicle and motorbike documentation, including registration, insurance, and inspection records.
- Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
- Investigate and report any fleet-related incidents or accidents.
Required Skills and Expertise - Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Transport Management, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
- At least 5 years of experience managing a fleet, preferably in a multi-site or NGO environment.
- Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance, fuel systems, and logistics planning.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Proven experience using fleet management software and GPS tracking systems.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Willingness to travel locally in areas of operations as needed. Regular travel is required, including field visits to program sites across RTV operational areas, ensuring close alignment and support for on-ground operations.
Raising The Village is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We highly encourage women candidates to apply. Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 60 Level of Education: bachelor degree Job application procedure Interested and Qualified? Click Here to Apply
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