Principal Driver at Kenya National Commission for UNESCO

Job Reference Number: KNCU/37/2022

Job Grade:  KNC 8

Remuneration

• Gross pay Ksh. 56,521.00 – 87,827.00
• Leave allowance –30% Basic Salary
• Medical Allowance – As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Group Life & Accident Cover – As per KNATCOM Medical Scheme
• Terms Permanent and Pensionable

Purpose of the Job

The Principal Driver is responsible for ensuring that all vehicles are maintained in good order to ensure smooth mobility of employees of the Commission.

The Principal driver is responsible for the following functions:

• drive and maintain vehicles;
• detect common mechanical faults on the vehicles;
• carry out minor repairs including oiling and greasing;
• maintain daily work tickets for vehicles; and
• ensure safety of vehicles on and off the road and the vehicles’ cleanliness.

Duties and Responsibilities for the UNESCO Principal Driver

• driving the official Commission’s CEO as authorized;
• carrying out minor mechanical adjustments;
• recognizing and reporting mechanical defaults of the vehicles;
• ensuring security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road;
• monitoring and reporting expiry of insurance policies for motor vehicles;
• overseeing transport management;
• preparing and submitting reports on transport when need arises; and
• ensuring safety of passengers and/or goods therein; and
• any other duty as maybe assigned

Requirements for Appointment for the UNESCO Principal Driver

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: –

• served in the grade of senior driver for at least three (3) years;
• at least served in the grade of driver for at least eight (8) years;
• minimum KCSE C- (minus) or its equivalent;
• occupational trade test iii certificate;
• a valid driving license free from any current endorsements(s) for classes of the vehicles the driver is required to drive;
• certificate in a supervisory course from a recognized institution;
• certificate in customer care from a recognized institution;
• a defensive driving certificate from the automobile association of Kenya (AA) or its equivalent qualification from any other recognized institution;
• a certificate of good conduct (renewable after two (2) years);
• a first aid certificate course from St. Johns ambulance or any other recognized institution not more than one (1) year old;
• computer proficiency certificate; and
• an accident free driving period of 8 years.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Time management
• Communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Listening skills
• Professionalism
• Basic road safety regulations knowledge and laws
• Interpersonal Skill