Driver I at National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation

REF: DI/5/14/2017

The position is responsible to the Administration Officer II for provision of driving duties.
 
Duties and Responsibilities

i. Driving Commission’s vehicles as authorized;
ii. Reporting need for repairs and service of the assigned vehicle when due;
iii. Cleaning the assigned vehicle regularly;
iv. Maintain updated work ticket;
v. Checking the assigned vehicle’s condition and fuelling it before travelling;
vi. Ensuring security to the assigned passengers, commission’s vehicle and goods on transit;
vii. Reporting any accidents to police and the office immediately they occur;
viii. Carrying only authorized passengers and/or goods;
ix. Ensuring safe custody of the assigned vehicle keys.

Qualifications, Competencies and Experience required for appointment to this position:

i. Minimum of KCSE D+
ii. A valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for the class(es) of vehicle(s) the officer is required to drive;
iii. Passed Occupational Trade Test III for Drivers;
iv. Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association(AA)of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
v. Attended a Refresher Course for drivers lasting ot less than one (1) week from Kenya
Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any ot her recognized Institution;
vi. Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police;
vii. Attended a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1)week from St. Johns John Ambulance or Kenya Institute Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT)or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
viii. Demonstrated professional competence in driving as reflected in work performance and results; and
ix. A minimum period of three (3) years’ experience.

Core competences

i. Punctuality
ii. Cleanliness
iii. Team playing skills
iv. Care for resources;
v. Interpersonal skills; and
vi. Multi-skilling skills.