Driver at Policyholders Compensation Fund

Job Purpose

• To safely and efficiently drive the Fund’s vehicles, ensure their proper maintenance and security, maintain accurate records, and perform related messengerial duties to support the Fund’s operations.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

• Drive the Fund’s vehicle as authorized.
• Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle.
• Submit regular reports on motor vehicle assigned.
• Ensure Safety of passengers and goods therein.
• Ensure Security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road.
• Maintain work tickets for vehicles assigned to them to ensure all journeys are authorized and to ensure accountability.
• Monitor and report expiry of insurance policies for motor vehicles.
• Report any mechanical/accident problems. 
• Carryout routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, electrical and oil systems, tyre pressure and brakes.
• Carry out routine checks and report any defects on the vehicle.
• Ensure the Fund’s vehicles are only used for official/authorized business.
• Adhere to and observe traffic rules in line with the Traffic Act.
• Report any incidents or accidents to police and or the office immediately they occur.
• Schedule regular vehicle servicing to ensure the vehicles are in good working condition.
• Perform messengerial duties.

Working Conditions

• Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D+ plus or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

• Passed suitability test for Drivers Grade III.
• Valid driving license for classes ABD of vehicles which the candidate is required to drive.
• Refresher course for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week every three (3) years from Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology or any other recognized institution.
• First Aid Certificate course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. Johns Ambulance or any other recognized institution.
• Valid certificate of good conduct.

Previous relevant work experience required.

• At least three (3) years previous satisfactory driving experience after obtaining the driving license;

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

• Orgnizationa & time management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic mechanical skills
• Defensive driving skills.
• Basic first Aid skills.
• Team building skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Presentation skills.