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The Mastercard Foundation seeks a world where everyone has the opportunity to learn and prosper.
All people, no matter where their starting point in life, should have an equal chance to succeed. We believe that with access to education, financial services, and skills training, people can have that chance.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Reporting to the Head of Security, Facilities & Travel and supervised by the People Security Partner (Kenya), the Senior Driver works closely with team members in the Kenya Country Office. This position will have frequent interaction with other Foundation staff and their delegates.
WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE
Driving services to Foundation personnel
- Coordinate all ground transport-related matters to ensure the efficient functioning of the Country Office; responsible for the daily transportation plan and to make adjustments as required
- Drive the assigned Foundation vehicle for the transportation of employees and other authorized personnel, on official business
- Daily maintenance of Foundation vehicles to include checks on tyre condition and pressures; fuel, oil and lubricant levels, cleanliness and serviceability; correct documentation; safety and emergency equipment
- Maintaining a log of all trips
- Build and maintain relationships with employees across the Foundation
- Work to ensure that all employees as well as official visitors to the region, receive a consistent level of service and care
- Deliver safety and security briefings to passengers
- Ensure Foundation vehicles are used appropriately and efficiently
Journey Management Planning and Execution
- Conduct journey risk assessments
- Develop journey management plans
- Monitor routine and non-routine journeys
- Coordinate assistance in the event of a road traffic incident
- Have flexibility to work various hours and days depending on the needs of the business
Management of contract ground transportation providers
- Ensure that external transportation providers meet the Foundation’s driving and journey management standards
- Coordinate drivers by assigning them appropriate tasks
- Provide training in the Foundations standards to contract drivers where required
- Ensure all contractor trips are logged and billed correctly
WHO YOU ARE
- Valid National Drivers’ License with an impeccable driving record
- Formal advanced driving qualification
- Strong communication skills in English; written and spoken, and ability to communicate in Kiswahili.
- Ability to work independently.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, exhibiting grace under pressure.
- Experience with professional security and/or personal security detail is preferred
- Experience and interaction with high profile individuals is an asset
- Experience with OGP Report 365 Land Transportation Recommended Practices is preferred
- French language skills are an asset
- Flexible, adaptable, and able to execute a range of job duties and changing priorities.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information to a variety of constituents across cultures.
- Professional maturity, sensitivity with different cultures, and impeccable integrity that exemplify the Foundation’s values.
Closing date for applications is March 30, 2020.
The Mastercard Foundation values the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the organization and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.
Completion of satisfactory business references, background checks, and proof of education are essential conditions of employment.
If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please contact the People and Culture Department at humanresources@mastercardfdn.org. We will work with you to provide a positive recruitment experience in a confidential manner.
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