Project Drivers at Madrasa Early Childhood Programme Kenya [MECP-K]

The Driver will work under the guidance of the Region Coordinator-Nyanza and the Programme Assistant to provide efficient and effective transport services to the programme staff. The incumbent will be expected to independently run various errands, including field support visits and assist with administrative tasks within MECP-K.

The successful individual should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and extensive experience driving in Kisii/Kisumu and surrounding environs.

Responsibilities

• Delivery and collection of documents and other items to/from various stakeholders
• Identify vehicle problems and malfunctions, including, performing routine and non- routine check-up and maintenance.
• Maintain and ensure assigned vehicle(s) are always in a neat, clean and good mechanical condition.
• Keep an accurate systematic log of journeys made, distances covered and odometer readings in respect of vehicle service and fuel refills
• Monitor and report expiration and renewal dates of licenses, insurance covers, road rescue registrations and other applicable services, to ensure timely renewal.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
• Valid Driver’s License and Certificate of Good Conduct.
• At least 3 years’ experience providing executive driving services. Prior working experience with an NGO will be an added advantage
• Thorough knowledge of traffic laws and traffic patterns is desired.
• Prior training in defensive driving principles is desired
• Knowledge of the local language is a must