Education/Experience/Language requirements
- Completion of secondary school or equivalent; drivers training with a valid driver’s license required.
- Two years’ work experience as a driver; safe driving records.
- Excellent knowledge of Kenyan roads and traffic rules is essential.
- Previous relevant experience with UN/UNOPS, local or international organizations or diplomatic missions is an asset.
- Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repairs.
- Fluent in the local language of the duty station.
- Intermediate English skills (speaking, reading and writing) a must.
Functional Responsibilities
- The Driver will provide transport services, drive all types of vehicles and perform various office errands in an efficient manner. The incumbent's responsibilities shall include (but not limited to) the following:
- Drive UNOPS vehicles for all official requirements such as transportation of personnel and visitors, meeting official personnel at the airport, etc as required;
- Ensure proper use of vehicles through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs and fuel consumption;
- Ensure daily maintenance checks of the assigned vehicle such as checking oil and water levels, battery, brakes, tyres, among others, and perform engine trouble shooting when necessary;
- Ensure that the assigned vehicle is clean at all times;
- Keep records and ensure availability of required items and documents inside the assigned vehicle including registration documents, insurance , vehicle logs, city destination maps, first aid kits, personal protection equipment and spare parts;
- Immediately report incidents in case of traffic accidents in accordance with policies and procedures;
- Deliver and collect official letters, mail, documents and other items as required;
- Responsible for the safety of on-board passengers by adhering to security and transport procedures, including speed limits
- Ensure that proper radio communication procedures are conducted for each journey and coordinate with
- security radio room as required;
- Perform other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor;
Closing Date: Wednesday, 19 February 2014
For full job description, job application contacts and other requirements -Kenyan Job Opportunities - Drivers/Messengers
