Warehouseman Job Vacancy at The United States Embassy in Uganda

Job Title:     Warehouseman FSN-805
Job Location:    Kampala, Uganda
Employer:    United States Embassy, US Mission in Uganda
Reports to:    FSN Supply/Storekeeper Supervisor

About Us:
Welcome to the United States Embassy in Kampala, Uganda.  The United States has enjoyed diplomatic relations with Uganda for over 30 years.  Ambassador Scott H. DeLisi currently heads the U.S Mission to Uganda.  The Mission is composed of several offices and organizations all working under the auspices of the Embassy and at the direction of the Ambassador.
Among the offices operating under the U.S Mission to Uganda are:
    United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
    Centers for Disease Control
    Peace Corps

Job Overview:
The jobholder is one of the employees of the non-expendable warehouse performing warehousemen duties.

Job Requirements:
Note: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

•     The ideal candidate must hold an Ordinary Level Certificate of Education.
•     At least two years’ experience in warehouse work is required.
•     Level II English ability (Limited Knowledge) is required.
•     Ability to learn locations of various types of supply items and property items and to learn to recognize items by sight and from oral descriptions.
•     Physical ability to make safety decisions when moving furniture and operating power and manual equipment’s and tools is required.
•     Must hold a valid Ugandan driver license with good driving experience.
•     Language Proficiency: List both English and host country language(s) by level and specialization

Job Duties:

•     Event Support Items: Issue, record, deliver party items which includes tents, tables, chairs, dishes, glassware and flatware. Ensure all delivered items have been returned, cleaned and put under proper storage. If not returned, track down and keep inventory of these items.
•     Equipment and Tools: Responsible for safe keeping, inventory of ware house property, and, operating of both power and manual equipment’s/tools used in the warehouse. Report any breakages or damaged property to the Warehouse Supervisor.
•     Warehouse Duties: Meet and assist support flights in loading and unloading of equipment and supplies. Set up and arrange functions, clean/wash tents, chairs and tables. Move furniture, appliances and equipment. Load/off load furniture and equipment and place in Warehouse. Keep the Embassy warehouse and property clean and neat.
•     House Make-Readies: Deliver, place and set up furniture, appliances and welcome kit supplies in new and existing residences. Hang draperies and make beds and ensure house in order for new arrivals. Perform miscellaneous support functions which may include incidental driving duties to transport personnel, appliances and equipment to and from warehouse.
•     Inventory: Actively participate in physical inventory exercise, reconciliation duties and activities.
•     Warehouse Sales: Organize, deliver, arrange and tag furniture for auction at the site.
•     Perform any other duties as assigned by the FSN Supply/Storekeeper Supervisor.

Deadline Date: 23/04/2014

How to Apply:
Please send your applications and strictly adhere to the following:
    Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174) Download it Here.
    A current resume or curriculum vitae.
    Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.  Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
    Any other documentation (e.g. essays, transcripts/certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.


Submit Application To:
Human Resources Office
Email: KampalaHR@state.gov.

NB: Only electronic submissions will be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject area of the email submission.

Please use standard file types such as Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) and please send all documents in one file attachment.

Telephone:  0414-306001/259-791/5