Driver at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

KMR/7 Vacancy No. FN-014-11-2020
Reports to: Administrator
Locations: Suba/Rongo
Duration: 7 Months

Qualifications:

• O-Level School Certificate.
• Valid Driving License class BCE
• Current Certificate of Good conduct

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understanding the study design and objectives to assist in the successful implementation of the study
• Safely driving the vehicles as assigned
• Ensuring compliance to the road traffic act
• Carrying out daily routine checks on the vehicle before driving out
• Ensuring maximum security of vehicle and its accessories under his/her charge
• Ensuring safety of passengers and cargo under his/her charge
• Monitoring condition and performance of vehicle and promptly reporting to supervisors
• Carrying out minor repairs and adjustments on the vehicle, and maintaining their cleanliness
• Taking vehicle for servicing and repairs as directed by the supervisors
• Maintaining a transport log for the vehicle
• Ensuring that the vehicle is used only for study related purposes
• Updating the Transport officer on any incidents or accidents involving the vehicle on the same day
• Picking up and dropping off the study visitors
• Submitting reports on vehicle movements and mechanical conditions as requested.

Other required skills:

• First Aid at Work Certificate from St. Johns Ambulance /Red cross( Mandatory)
• Certificate of Defensive Driving Course will be added advantage.
• At least Three years proven experience as a driver on highways
• Basic Automotive Mechanical skills and sound knowledge about vehicles/ Suitability test certificate from Ministry of Roads and public works
• Ability to provide quick solutions to problems.
• Good communication and Interpersonal skills.
• Good time management
• Capable of working for long hours, weekends and sometimes at odd situations