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The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) was established through an Act of Parliament published in November 2011 to provide for civilian oversight over the work of the police in Kenya. The inaugural Board was sworn into office in June 2012. Vision: A robust civilian accountability mechanism that promotes public trust and confidence in the National Police Service. Mission: To conduct impartial and independent investigations, inspections, audits and monitoring of the National Police Service to prevent impunity and enhance professionalism in the interest of the public
Job Purpose
- Responsible for providing transport services in an effective and efficient manner.
Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
- Implement transport policies, strategies, plans, rules, standards and procedures;
- Drive the organization’s vehicles as authorized;
- Carry out routine checks on the assigned vehicle and report any malfunction of vehicle systems and other occurrences;
- Maintain the movement of work tickets for vehicle(s) assigned;
- Maintain security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road;
- Ensure security and safety of authorized passengers and goods;
- Report all accidents and incidents promptly to the relevant IPOA offices;
- Administer first aid in the event of an accident;
- Maintain and update records relating to the assigned vehicle;
- Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle; and
- Develop and implement Individual annual work plan;
- Develop periodic individual performance reports; and
- Implement risk mitigation measures
Job Dimensions:
Financial Responsibility
Responsibility for Physical Assets
- Responsible for assigned motor vehicle and keys and other equipment assigned to him/her (office equipment, furniture, work tickets)
Decision Making / Job Influence
Working Conditions
- Works predominantly in the field with occasional office setting
Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).
Academic qualifications
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D (Plain) and above or its equivalent qualification.
Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
- Valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class (es) of vehicle(s) an officer is required to drive;
- Passed Practical Test for Drivers conducted by AA or the relevant Government Ministry/Department;
- Occupational Trade Tests II for Drivers;
- Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
- First-Aid Certificate lasting not less than one (1) week from Kenya Institute of Highway and Building technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution;
- Refresher course for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week every three (3) years;
- Valid certificate of Good Conduct
Previous relevant work experience required.
- A minimum of at least three (3) years driving experience as Driver I, IPOA 11
Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:
Functional Skills:
- Organization and Planning Skills
- Driving
- Mechanical skills
- Decision Making Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Communication Skills
- Defensive driving,
- First aid skills
Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:
- Transparency and accountability
- Ethics and Integrity
- Team player
- Creativity and innovation
- Emotional intelligence
- Resilience
- Independence
Interested persons who meet the requirements should submit their application through Post Office, email or by hand delivery, clearly indicating the position and job reference number, on both the cover letter, envelope and email applications, together with IPOA
Employment form, a detailed CV, copies of academic certificates, national identity card, names and telephone contacts of three referees, so as to reach the Authority by Tuesday, 17th October, 2023 to:
Director/Chief Executive Officer,
Independent Policing Oversight Authority,
1st Ngong Avenue, ACK Garden Annex, 2nd Floor,
P.O Box 23035 – 00100, NAIROBI.
Email: recruitment1023@ipoa.go.ke
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