Driver – Transport Unit at Amref Kenya

JOB PURPOSE

Under the supervision of the Transport Officer, the job holder will provide safe and reliable transportation service to Amref Health Africa in Kenya.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Trip Management

•  Ensure staff and partners reach their destinations safely and on time.
•  Have the vehicle ready in advance for each trip.
•  Be prompt in picking up and dropping off staff and partners.
•  Ensure all necessary tools for the trip are in the vehicle.
•  Maintain a smooth ride by avoiding over-speeding.
•  Complete all trip documentation and obtain required authorizations.
•  Inspect tyre pressure and oil levels before each trip.
•  Adhere to vehicle service schedules.
•  Maintain accurate records of work tickets, including kilometers traveled, fuel consumed, and dates of oil changes.

Vehicle Cleanliness & Maintenance

•  Ensure that the assigned vehicle has all the required licenses
•  Regularly wash the car and keep it tidy.
•  Maintain the vehicle in good working condition.
•  Ensure repairs are done economically and timely.
•  Stay alert to potential mechanical issues.

Passenger Safety

•  Ensure seat belts are functional and all passengers wear them.
•  Adhere to traffic rules at all times.
•  Avoid accidents and report any incidents promptly.

Other Duties

•  Perform any additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Experience & Competencies

•  Minimum “O” (Form 4) level of education.
•  Clean driving licence - Class B, C and D1
•  Certificate in basic computer applications.
•  Fluency in oral and written English and Kiswahili with the ability to follow instructions.
•  Driving experience of more than three years preferably in Non-Governmental Organisation
•  Good understanding of different vehicle operations.
•  Good knowledge and conversant with most routes in Kenya.
•  Ability to understand and implement precautions and preventive measures for proper vehicle maintenance.
•  Efficiently manage time to ensure timely transportation.
•  Be flexible and adaptable to changing schedules and needs.
•  Possess excellent interpersonal skills and show respect to others.
•  Be well-organized in managing trips and documentation