Driver at Kenya Vision 2030

Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform miscellaneous errands such as paying bills, registered letters for postage, collecting and delivering mail and other items as well as buying goods, supplies and consumer items. In addition, maintain a log of items delivered or received on a daily basis.
• Load and offload baggage, goods and other material supplies with due regard to the safety of other people.
• Maintain records of the motor vehicle’s daily activity showing journey, mileage, petrol, oil and signature of authorizing officer to account for all the journeys made. (vii) Regulate the radio, heating, lighting, and ventilation system for passenger comfort.
• Observe traffic and safety precautions in order to prevent accidents and to avoid traffic violations, in addition, undertake first aid in case of injuries.
• Report motor vehicle accident to the traffic police and the Procurement Officer, obtaining police abstract report and completing insurance accident report form in conformance to traffic rules and regulations.
• Filing requisition for petrol, lubricants and spare parts and maintaining a record accounting for the same.
• Implement preventive maintenance by taking motor vehicle for major service or repairs in accordance with planned schedule or instructions.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the management

Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Served as a Driver or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public or Private sector for a minimum period of three (3) years.
• Passed Suitability Test for Drivers Grade II conducted by the relevant Government Ministry/Departments.
• A valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) an officer is required to drive.
• A Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Attended a Refresher Course for Drivers lasting not less than one (1) week within every three (3) years at Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBIT) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• A First-Aid Certificate lasting not less than one (1) week from St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution.
• A Valid Certificate of Good conduct from the CID.
• Demonstrated outstanding professional competence and integrity as reflected in work performance, and
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.