Driver (Eldoret) - Kenya Primary Literacy Program (KPLP) at Education Development Center

Position Description

• As part of KPLP, the incumbent serves as the Nakuru Regional Office Driver responsible for the safe transport of project staff and ensuring the vehicles are properly maintained and kept in good repair. The Driver reports on the state of the vehicle to supervisor and takes all the necessary dispositions.

This is a full-time position based in Eldoret and relocation costs will not be provided. The driver reports to the Nakuru Regional Education Advisor and coordinates with the Logistics Officer, based in Nairobi.

The Driver’s responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Transports project staff and visitors safely.
• Demonstrates ability to maintain composure and work effectively in fast paced environment.
• Performs daily inspection of vehicle; alert supervisor to possible tampering of vehicle.
• Inspects vehicle for defects and makes minor repairs as required.
• Keeps vehicle clean, in serviceable condition, and performs minor preventative maintenance daily.
• Updates daily vehicle log sheets.
• Assures that vehicles are equipped with the proper equipment.
• Assures accidents are reported to supervisor and investigation forms are completed.
• Records gasoline consumption.
• Organizes daily travel routes.

Qualifications

The candidate for the position of Driver shall have at a minimum the following qualifications:

Education:

• Secondary Education preferred.

Skills and Experience:

• 1 year minimum experience as a professional driver required, preferably with an international NGO.
• Flawless driving record.
• Current driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of local traffic laws.
• Good English communication skills.

Language:

• Fluency in English is required. Fluency in Kiswahili is highly desirable.