Senior Driver at Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA)

Duties & Responsibilities

This will be the highest grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will be responsible to the Officer in charge of transport for the efficient and effective management of the driving function. Specific duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Driving the organization’s vehicle as authorized;
• Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre pressure, etc.;
• Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of the vehicle systems;
• Maintaining of work ticket (s) for vehicle (s)assigned;
• Ensuring security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road and of the passengers and/or goods there in;
• Administering first aid in the event of an accident;
• Ensuring proper handing over of the vehicle;
• Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle(s);
• Liaising with the transport officer to ensure that vehicles are regularly checked and maintained;
• Supervising, guiding, coaching and mentoring other drivers.

Qualifications

• Must be a citizen of Kenya.
• Meets the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Served in the grade of Driver II for a minimum period of three (3) years or five (5) years in a comparable and relevant position in the Public or Private sector;
• Passed Occupational Trade Test I for Drivers conducted by the relevant Government Ministry/Department;
• Valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) an officer is required to drive;
• Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya of its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Attended a Refresher Course for drivers lasting not less one (1) week at Kenya Institute of Highway and building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution;
• 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 Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI); and
• Demonstrated outstanding professional competence and integrity as reflected in work performance