Driver (BHA) at Save the Children

The Opportunity

Save the Children International Kenya Country Office, has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as Driver. The role holder will be responsible for safe driving of vehicles and staff for Save the Children Kenya programme. He/ She should ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of vehicles in compliance with safe driving standards.  Ensure the vehicle has enough fuel in time for trips and carry out proper management of fuel supply for the assigned vehicle in accordance with SCI policies and procedures .In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

Qualification and Experience

• Literacy and numeracy skills of “ O “ level education
• A clean driving licence minimum class BCE
• Ability to multi task and work calmly under pressure is essential for this position.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in an insecure environment is critical
• Some practical experience of user vehicle maintenance.
• Those with defensive driving skills, first aid training will have an added advantage.
• Recommended minimum of 3-5 years’ experience of professional driving experience in an NGO or similar environment, including significant field operations experience running both emergency and development programs
• Fluency in written and spoken English. Similar skills in Kiswahili and other local languages an advantage
• Ability and willingness to change work practices and hours, and work with incoming teams in the event of major emergencies.
• Commitment  to  and  understanding  of  Save  the  Children’s  aims,  values  and principles  including rights-based approaches.
• Direct experience in the geographical area of intervention of Save the Children.

Closing date: 5 June 2022