Driver at Ministry of Interior & Coordination of National Government

Salaries and other Benefits

Basic Salary Scale : Kshs.10,380×480 -10,860×510-11,370 p.m (Job Group _D’)
House Allowance : Varies according to the area of deployment
Commuter Allowance : Kshs.37000.00 p.m
Leave Allowance : Kshs.47000.00 (Once yearly)
Leave Entitlement : 30 days per Financial Year excluding weekends & Public Holidays
Medical Benefits : As applicable in the Civil Service

Requirements for the Driver Job

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean Grade _D’ (Plain) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• A valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) an officer is required to drive;
• Attended a First’-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week at St. John
• Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution;
• Passed suitability Test for Driver Grade III;
• Passed Practical Test for Drivers conducted by the respective Ministry/Department;
• A valid Police Clearance Certificate (Good Conduct)
• At least two (2) years driving experience.

Driver Job Responsibilities

• Driving a motor vehicle as authorized;
• Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyro pressure, etc;
• Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems;
• Maintenance of work tickets for vehicles assigned;
• Ensuring security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road;
• Safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; and
• Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle.