Driver at World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Kenya

Major function:

To drive and ensure the safety of staff and WWF Kenya clients including maintenance of the organization vehicles.

 Roles and responsibilities:

• Ensures cleanliness of assigned vehicle at all times when in use or otherwise and that the vehicle is in good condition before use;
• Carries out periodic checks on the assigned vehicle to determine maintenance needs and report accordingly and time;
• Maintains an up to date records of vehicle fuel, mileage and service costs;
• Ensures all vehicle reports are done on a monthly basis and submitted on or before the scheduled date;
• Compiles car maintenance log for every vehicle capturing all repair, parts, labour and maintenance details.
• Respects and maintains the relationship of trust required to obtain a high level of security;
• Facilitates WWF Kenya staff movement using the assigned vehicle to the field projects.
• Reports any incident that involves injury, damage to any passenger, pedestrian or third-party property immediately, in line with WWF- Kenya’s policies and procedures.
• Handles any emergency which may arise, including following procedures in the event of such emergencies including vehicle fire.
• Supports  staff in application of visas and work permit documentation
• Manages the process of applications and renewals of residence permits.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Basic mechanic skills
• Strong organization and coordination skills
• Basic first aid skills
• Strong command of English and Kiswahili.
• Adaptable, flexible, able to take initiative and prioritize among competing demands;
• A good team player with strong interpersonal skills, outgoing personality, and ability to work independently and effectively under pressure and on strict deadlines and in a multi-cultural setting;
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English and Swahili;
• Adherence to WWF’s values, which are Credible, Responsive, Innovative, Determined, Inspiring and Collaborative. 

Experience:

• 5 years’ work experience in a reputable International NGO
• Conversant with the geography of conservation areas;

Qualifications:

• O’ Level Certificate
• Driving license or permit classes B, C, D, E
• Certificate in Defensive Driving Training