Senior Driver at The Kenya BioVax Institute

Job Purpose:

Provide a safe and professional driving of the CEO/Director General.

Job Specification    
Requirements: 

• A minimum period of four (4) years relevant experience.
• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D+ (plus) or equivalent qualification;
• Valid driving license free from any current endorsements for any of the classes of vehicles which the officer is required to drive;
• Passed Occupational Trade Test for Drivers Grade I from Kenya
• Institute of Highway and Building Technology or any other recognized institution;
• Defensive Driving certificate from Automobile Association (AA) of
• Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Passed the Suitability Test for Drivers Grade I from Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology or any other recognized institution;
• First-Aid Refresher Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer application; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and Results.  

Job Specification

Key Competencies and skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Good time management.
• Team player.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good integrity
• Accountability.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Drive vehicle as authorized;
• Carry out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre pressure etc.;
• Detect malfunctioning of vehicles system;
• Maintenance of work tickets for vehicles assigned;
• Ensuring security and safety of the vehicle;
• Inducting and coaching drivers;
• Ensure safety of the passengers and/or goods there in; and
• Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle.