Driver at Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR)

This position is responsible for the facilitation of movement of  the Commission staff to the respective destination is done in a safe manner by use of designated routes, locked vehicles at all times, observation of speed limits, passenger use of safety belt as per the Commission’s transport policy.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the transfer of Commission staff to field activities and other official assignment on time and in a safe and reliable manner.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the Commission vehicle at all times.
• Carry out routine basic service check before use of the vehicle and report any defects, due date for service and insurance to the supervisor.
• Ensure a work ticket is produced and approved before taking up any assignment and record all details including use of fuel card before submission to Officer in charge of transport.
• Observe defensive driving skills at all times during transfers to ensure fuel efficiency and forecast potential hazards ahead and avoid the said hazard.
• Collect assignment schedules from Administration Officer and carry out official errands such as payments of utilities bills, collecting and delivering mails/documents on behalf of commission staff.
• Assist in basic support functions of Office administration i.e. photocopies, binding and filing when in the office.
• Ensuring security and safety of vehicles on and off the road as well as passengers/goods therein.

 Qualifications

• Three (3) year of service in a comparable position from a reputable organization.
• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (D+).
• BCE Driving Licence.
• Passed Trade test II for drivers or an equivalent.
• Attended a first aid course lasting not more than a week.
• Defensive driving certificate from a recognized institution.
• Proficient in Computer applications will be an added advantage
• Basic mechanical skills.
• Knowledge of the parts of the country for the filed assignments
• Computer literacy.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (Traffic Act)
• Meet the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.