Job Summary

The Program Driver will be responsible for operating and maintaining vehicles with a focus on safety and staff courtesy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide transportation to and from project sites, and other locations as assigned.
• Record and maintain records of trips according to established procedures.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets, vehicle maintenance,  incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records;
• Carry out safety briefing to passengers before each trip departure.
• Assist passengers including handicapped in and out of the vehicle.
• Read and interpret maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service.
• Respond to accidents or medical emergencies by notifying emergency, response providers, and carrying out First Aid pending the arrival of emergency personnel.
• Ensure that all regulations are followed in case of accidents and that required paperwork is submitted.
• Ensure that the vehicle has all required registrations/ licensing and inspections and that necessary documentation is retained in the vehicle.
• Ensure the vehicle has a sufficient amount of fuel, maintain the vehicle’s cleanliness, and ensure its security for daily use and proper evening and weekend storage at the office site.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with all project personnel.

Required Qualifications

• Experience driving in cities and familiarity with rural terrain and roads preferred.
• 4 years’ driving experience.
• Valid Kenya driver’s license.
• Ability to perform minor repairs of vehicle.
• Previous auto mechanic experience desired.
• Ability to project a neat and professional appearance.
• ‘O’ Level Certificate
• First Aid knowledge desired.

Desired Skills

• Extensive knowledge of the operations and features of assigned vehicle(s);
• Basic automobile mechanical skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Report writing skills and ability to read maps
• Computer literacy

How To Apply

Kindly send your application which includes a cover letter and an updated CV including names of three professional referees to CIHEBKENYA_Recruitment@cihebkenya.org on or before 24th November 2023. Applicants are advised to include the title “DICE SERVICE PROVIDER – MIGORI in the subject line